Transforming computed tomography scans into a full-immersive virtual museum for the Antikythera Mechanism

Anastasovitis, Eleftherios; Roumeliotis, Μanos

doi:10.1016/j.daach.2023.e00259

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“…For example, augmented reality applications can offer enriched cultural walks in the center of a city or connect archaeological sites with their associated artifacts displayed in exhibitions or museum warehouses [56]. Virtual reality applications have the power to transfer the user to the historical context in which important events took place in virtual worlds [10] with a high level of immersion [57][58][59]. The adaptation and integration of haptic technologies into extended reality applications further increase the degree of users' immersion as the virtual world interacts with them in an expected and realistic way.…”

Section: Extended Realitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Enhanced Inclusion through Advanced Immersion in Cultural Heritage: A Holistic Framework in Virtual Museology

Anastasovitis,

Georgiou,

Matinopoulou

et al. 2024

Electronics

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In recent years, the digitization of cultural heritage has been favored by significant advancements in specific technologies, such as photogrammetry and three-dimensional scanning. The digital representations of artifacts, paintings, books, and collections, as well as buildings or archaeological sites, has led to the transfer of cultural organizations to the digital space. On the other hand, the rapid development of immersive technologies and the Internet of Things is expected to decisively shape virtual cultural heritage in the coming years. However, this digital transition should expand its impact on most of the population. This article aims to cover the lack of structured methodology in the design and development of inclusive virtual spaces in cultural heritage. This research introduces a holistic framework that is mainly based on the disciplines of virtual museology. The proposed methodology takes into account the advancements in extended reality and the creative industry of computer games. The multisensory approach would lead to advanced immersive experiences, while the multilayered approach of cultural heritage content would enhance accessibility in inclusive virtual spaces. Moreover, this holistic framework could provide evidence from the virtual worlds that could be applied to real cultural heritage organizations.

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Section: Extended Realitymentioning

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Enhanced Inclusion through Advanced Immersion in Cultural Heritage: A Holistic Framework in Virtual Museology

Anastasovitis,

Georgiou,

Matinopoulou

et al. 2024

Electronics

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“…Immersive technology in museum exhibitions has gained significant attention in recent years (Errichiello et al, 2019;Lee et al, 2020;Trunfio et al, 2022a;Anastasovitis and Roumeliotis, 2023), with scholars, practitioners, and cultural heritage institutions recognizing its transformative potential in enhancing the visitor experience, particularly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent global lockdowns (Kwok and Koh, 2021;Lu et al, 2022). The limitations on physical museum visits have highlighted the importance of alternative engagement means, and immersive technologies have emerged as promising solutions (Pedersen et al, 2017;Bec et al, 2021).…”

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A bibliometric analysis of immersive technology in museum exhibitions: exploring user experience

Li,

Wider,

Ochiai

et al. 2023

Front. Virtual Real.

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Introduction: This study aims to comprehensively understand the existing literature on immersive technology in museum exhibitions, focusing on virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and the visitor experience. The research utilizes a bibliometric approach by examining a dataset of 722 articles with two main research objectives. Firstly, it seeks to analyze current trends in immersive technology literature, specifically emphasizing VR and the user experience in museum exhibitions through co-citation analysis. Secondly, it aims to identify emerging research trends using co-word analysis.Methods: The study employs a bibliometric approach, specifically co-citation and co-word analysis, to investigate trends and forecast emerging areas in the field, particularly the role of VR in the museum context.Results: The analysis reveals the presence of five interconnected thematic clusters in the literature. These clusters include (1) VR and AR-enhanced heritage tourism, (2) VR and AR-enabled virtual museums, (3) interactive digital art education in immersive environments, (4) immersive storytelling in virtual heritage spaces, and (5) mobile AR heritage revival.Discussion: The article highlights influential works within these areas, showcasing the historical evolution of the field and the current emphasis on utilizing VR to create immersive, educational, and engaging experiences for museum visitors. The findings indicate that research on VR applications for museum exhibitions has predominantly focused on profound game-driven experiences and interactive 3D heritage, resulting in improved visitor engagement and access to cultural content. The adoption of VR technology holds the potential to revolutionize user experiences within the cultural heritage sector and reshape the overall landscape of museums and exhibitions. By presenting these research trends, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the vital role of VR in enhancing visitor experiences in museum settings. Furthermore, it paves the way for further exploration and innovation in immersive technology.

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“…They can be part of a traditional museum as a supplement and make its offer more attractive, or exist as an independent unit functioning only in the digital world 5,6 . The first type of virtual museums are 3D Museums, which offer interactive 3D visualizations, allowing visitors to experience exhibitions in a more realistic way than, for example, photo ones 7,8 . The second distinguished type concerns online museums, which usually consist of digital collections and resources 9 .…”

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“…5,6 The first type of virtual museums are 3D Museums, which offer interactive 3D visualizations, allowing visitors to experience exhibitions in a more realistic way than, for example, photo ones. 7,8 The second distinguished type concerns online museums, which usually consist of digital collections and resources. 9 They can be viewed or downloaded over the Internet.…”

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3D scanning digital models for virtual museums

Barszcz

Dziedzic

Skublewska‐Paszkowska

et al. 2023

Computer Animation & Virtual

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A great number of virtual museums exhibit archaeological artifacts in an interactive form using 3D digital models to disseminate them to as many users as possible. Currently, 3D models obtained as a result of scanning museum objects have gained a great popularity. This technique allows to faithfully reproduce objects and to expose artifacts too delicate and precious to be presented in the real world. The aim of this article is to create a virtual museum in the VR world using 3D models obtained by 3D scanning with structured light. The advantages of optimizing mesh models for their use in virtual exhibitions are discussed. Unity and Unreal Engine, were used to create virtual museums in the VR world. Two twin test applications were prepared. This allowed to compare the performance of the developed applications (processor, graphics card, and RAM load). A survey was also conducted among the users of the implemented virtual museum application. For immersion in the world of VR, a low‐cost solution was used, involving the use of cheap VR frames, a smartphone, and a computer. The frames together with the smartphone were used to display the image, while the entire rendering process was performed on the computer.

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Transforming computed tomography scans into a full-immersive virtual museum for the Antikythera Mechanism

Cited by 8 publications

References 8 publications

Enhanced Inclusion through Advanced Immersion in Cultural Heritage: A Holistic Framework in Virtual Museology

Enhanced Inclusion through Advanced Immersion in Cultural Heritage: A Holistic Framework in Virtual Museology

A bibliometric analysis of immersive technology in museum exhibitions: exploring user experience

3D scanning digital models for virtual museums

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