Building 360-degree VR Video for AquaFlux and Epsilon Research Instruments

Abstract

The Virtual Reality (VR) technology is being utilised immensely in recent years for the purposes of demonstration and illustration a variety of prototypes and products especially on the world wide web platform. AquaFlux and Epsilon are two advanced research instruments that were developed by a research group at London South Bank University for medical and cosmetic purposes. These two medical tools have now been marketed in more than 200 organisations globally. However, for users to master and understand comprehensively how these two devices operate they often do require an intensive on-site training which is time-consuming, costly and in some cases like the current era of COVID-19 it becomes essential to offer clients the option of remote learning whether they were nationally or internationally based. Thus, the design of a VR environment that can simulate and envision all features and functionalities of AquaFlux and Epsilon is one of the ultimate solutions. 360degree VR videos are going to empower users with the required knowledge and provide a broad essential feeling of how AquaFlux and Epsilon instruments function.

Epsilon Futuristic Virtual User Environment

“…The increased use of 3D web resources has increased the necessity for further development of this research device. Additionally, with the existence of several ambiances like Virtual Learning Environments (VLE), 3D learning, Virtual User Manuals (VUM), Second Life, Mixed Reality (MR), Virtual Laboratories (V-labs), and many more have made it more demanding to enhance the Epsilon tool into something more effective and efficient, especially after experiencing the COVID-19 era and the importance of remote training/learning [2].…”