Details of Grant 

EPSRC Reference:	GR/R25309/01
Title:	Understanding the Usability of Stereoscopic Augmented Reality
Principal Investigator:	Lawson, Professor SW
Other Investigators:	Benyon, Professor D
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Department:	Computing
Organisation:	Edinburgh Napier University
Scheme:	Fast Stream
Starts:	01 October 2001	Ends:	30 September 2004	Value (£):	66,830
EPSRC Research Topic Classifications:	Computer Graphics & Visual. Human-Computer Interactions
EPSRC Industrial Sector Classifications:	Aerospace, Defence and Marine Creative Industries
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This project will investigate the usability aspects of stereoscopic augmented reality (AR) systems, with the objective of producing a set of criteria suitable for assessing (a) whether AR would be useful for a task, and (b) how to most effectively apply augmented reality to the task. The usability problems of AR will be studied whilst considering two types of Human Computer Interaction (HCI) task:- (1) informational tasks focusing on the actual display, interpretation and understanding of the mixed real video, and computer graphics/text, and (2) manipulative tasks which may typically involve the selection of objects and the measurement of distances using a 3D cursor. The objectives of the work are generic in nature, but will focus on the use of AR in tele-operated vehicles for the remote exploration of inaccessible or hazardous environments. The findings of the research will enable a better understanding of the usability of AR systems and will enable the design of systems which allow the operator to concentrate on their required task rather than coping with unfamiliar technology or overly complex technology. Potential benefits include:- shortened mission times, more accurate and repeatable examinations of remote environments; explorations or remote environments using machine-only systems (i.e. reduced risk to personnel), and the use of relatively unskilled or novice users to operate complex tele-operational systems.
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