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A Comprehensive Study on Augmented Reality in

Path Finding
S. SIVA NANTHINI S. ANITHA
Studied Master of Science in Mathematics (2018 – 2020) Studying Master of Science in Physics at
Working as a Freelance Researcher, Software Developer & M. V. Muthiah Government Arts College For Women,
Content Developer, Thoothukudi, India Dindigul, India

Abstract:- This article seeks to give a thorough overview II. AUGMENTED REALITY
of augmented reality's definition, uses, and deployments.
In today's study domains, it is one of the most popular In order to provide viewers with more information,
themes. Here, the fundamental applications and augmented reality (AR) tries to overlay virtual data on the
definitions are covered. This research aids in gaining a real world. Computer-generated imagery (CGI) is combined
foundational understanding of augmented reality. Here, with real images in augmented reality (AR). Following the
an overview of additional similar applications is covered. release of Google ARCore for Android and Apple's AR kit
But even though augmented reality (AR) innovation is for IOS, augmented reality (AR) on smartphones have
used in numerous industries and fields of knowledge, already attracted a lot of attention. Additionally, the Vuforia
including games and leisure pursuits, its virtual lineage AR toolset is already directly connected with the Unity game
applications are still quite limited after researching the engines, aiding in the acceleration of technology adoption.
potential of utilizing current augmented reality When using AR on a smart phone, live footage from a camera
technology. In order to maximize the overall advantages is combined with CGI [2].
of adopting AR, this article suggests including navigation
and educational components within the main AR  Latest Innovations in AR
application. Wearable AR devices, like Microsoft's Hololens and
Magic Leap that project computer visuals directly into the
I. INTRODUCTION field of vision are the newest developments in augmented
reality. AR headsets blend real-world light waves with CGI,
Any system that mixes real and virtual information is similar to transparent sunglasses. Assuring that the CGI is
considered to be an augmented reality system (AR). With continuously matched with and projected onto the entities in
augmented reality (AR), users can view the real environment the real space as well as removing delay while moving about
with virtual things superimposed or blended in with it. is difficulty for AR. While augmented reality (AR) aims to
Medical, manufacturing, visualization, route planning, immerse the user in their immediate environments, virtual
amusement, and the defense are just a few of the many reality is completely immersive. In AR, someone can
potential application areas for augmented reality. Recently, discover a log cabin lying in the palm as users open their hand
augmented reality (AR) applications have become incredibly [3].
common on portable devices with motion and position
sensors.  Advantages of Using AR
Among the most intriguing developments in the area of
Location-based services (LBS), which are utilized with games or user interfaces for applications is augmented reality.
smartphones and other mobile devices, are actually a key The ability to alter the reality image captured by the camera
factor in the popular acceptance of augmented reality. The found in every smartphone also created new opportunities in
industry for augmented reality (AR) must clearly expand for other fields that make use of smartphones, tablets, or other
there to be further research to concur on benchmarks, statuses devices with additional sensors. In order to boost the quality,
suitable for augmented reality, and for there to be amount, and variety of data gathered from the surroundings,
conversation between many AR experts on several different which would be the natural environment, connectivity
development levels. This is evident from the commonly between such sensors is very crucial [4].
accessible standards and the innumerable potential
applications. Although raising current standards will be very By analyzing, for instance, the pulse and its
helpful in achieving the community's long-term goals. New interpretation, communication among diverse technical
ideas and developing techniques must also be able to be devices, such as a smartwatch and smartphone, makes it
included [1]. possible to assess the user's health. The ability to use the
camera allows for speedy processing and analysis of the
image. The results of its action can be given to the customers
in a clear and understandable manner. The increased comfort
and control of daily lives are indicated by the adoption of
modern technologies. By using updated artificial intelligence

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techniques to locate certain items and show the user the The need to display relationships between both actual
information that has been collected [5]. things and virtual components of the AR environment will
grow with new, complicated AR systems for the use of cases
This kind of method can be applied in a variety of like maintenance help or machine - to - machine production
contexts, such as the home, where even the camera will detect lines. Computer networks that are incorporated into the
items in the fridge and show potential recipe pairings. Based surroundings flow of information in a home automation, and
on the discovered objects, other possibility is to alert the many other are instances of such relations. These are typically
customer to a potential life-threatening scenario. The system shown as 3D node-link graphs[14, 15].
should also allow for voice activation in order to expand the
possibilities of the interaction that is provided to the user [6]. There are other areas where graph data, such as flight
A mathematical model analyzing image and speech samples trajectories, can be examined in three dimensions without
similarly is presented in the paper. Some sample features are necessarily being related to actual objects. These areas could
obtained during the procedure, and these features can be still gain from augmented reality in relation to the physical
utilized to produce information input for neural classifiers [7]. mobility, appearance, and natural connection. These
illustrations demonstrate the significance of 3D graph
III. RELATED APPLICATIONS representations as a type of visualizations in immersive
analytics. Nevertheless, there hasn't been much exploration
The uses of augmented reality in many fields are listed on how to effectively and efficiently analyze 3D graphs in
below. augmented reality [16].

 Indoor Navigation  Augmented Reality in Vehicles

The creation of a straightforward location-based AR Carpooling is likely to change how people move around
technology has been a primary area of attention in indoor drivers may need to become used to increased connectivity
navigation. Different methodologies have been used to and altered automobile features. For instance, our commute
develop tracking and positioning technology. With the aid of times are getting longer and longer. It is consequently
a head-mounted display (HMD) and pointer, a mobile AR difficult to create a user interface that is simple to use and
system was created to lead a user through an unknown swiftly performs all important tasks, such as those required
environment. Facility maintenance trials using marker by commuters. All of these needs may be met with the usage
detection have shown its viability and promise. GPS, which of AR technology [17]. Researchers and automakers discuss
is frequently used in outdoors AR location tracking, can also ideas for using augmented reality to create unique in-car
be integrated with AR [8]. interfaces, such augmented controls that float in the air. Inside
of automobiles, 3D AR apps enable transferrable,
However, because to poor signal penetrating its major customizable, and context-specific information interfaces
downside is because it has a meager capacity for indoor [18]. Different angles can be used to manipulate floating 3D
location. Additionally, Wi-Fi technology has been used. objects. HMDs head-mounted displays that show augmented
Signals are often incredibly loud, though, and the materials reality (AR) items and allow for human input are extremely
and construction structures in the immediate vicinity greatly likely to get smaller and eventually resemble contact lenses
affect the signal's intensity. This can be labor-intensive and in size. Modern AR HMDs' great mobility and integrated
requires proper device configuration for radio frequency natural input options, such speech and gesture, are
identification (RFID). As opposed to the use of a regular map, particularly advantageous. It can be used in many
analysis has shown that the AR navigation technology is far applications like extended vision to see through vehicles,
better and has a great deal of potential. In a variety of behavioural detection of driver using AR, identifying parking
industries, including production, recreation, consumer spaces etc [19].
development, training, training, object recognition, location-
based connectivity, aircraft positioning and pilot aid, military  AR in Education Environment
aircraft guidance, and others, augmented reality is used [9, AR systems combine the real and virtual worlds at the
10]. same time and place virtual things in actual environments.
The use of augmented reality (AR) in education offers
 3D Graph Visualization advantages through the accumulation of information and
An important kind of visualization for immersed experiences that may be abstract, challenging to comprehend,
analysis is 3D Node-link diagrams. However, there is limited challenging to see, and even dangerous in a classroom setting.
knowledge about edge visualization that would enable AR is a useful educational tool with a lot of potential for
effective analysis. An examination of the edge style design future learning, particularly in the area of the growth of
space is done, and the findings of a user survey contrasting 6 creative abilities [20].
major edge variations are discussed [11, 12]. With the use of
augmented reality (AR), it is possible to have 3D, Through interacting with things from virtual settings,
stereoscopic experiences that are both immersive and augmented reality (AR) has been acknowledged as a tool that
maintain contact with the outside world and other people. As can assist students in achieving real-world objectives.
a result, it offers great potential for expert cooperation while Applications of augmented reality (AR) in education claim to
fusing virtual and actual worlds [13]. have a range of academic advantages, such as boosting
student engagement in the course, delivering an efficient and

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effective learning environment, and evoking good emotional Researchers plan to investigate multidimensional data
reactions. Additionally, through an unforgettable experience codes on graph vertices and nodes in the future according to
brought on by engaging activities, augmented reality (AR) the design space. Researchers also intend to take a close look
enables pupils to experience flow and aids in developing a at some specific uses, such the networking and data flow
more full attention. The use of augmented reality (AR) analysis in cyber-physical production technologies or other
technology may be crucial in enhancing the flow and intelligent contexts [29]. Real-world factors including
immersion experiences [21, 22]. occlusion by and by physical things as well as alignment to
material things will be important there. Although technology
 AR in Healthcare is capable of change, [30] it will require the assistance of new
Applications for medical topics of healthcare education technologies. Examples include 5G, which will enable
now use virtual augmentation and assistance of AR and MR lightweight as well as intelligent equipment, or AR cloud,
more frequently. The number of research studies examining which can assist in computing the most complicated ideas.
the use of AR in orthopedics is rapidly growing. In delicate Only cloud technologies are related to the field of augmented
industries like medical and healthcare, program accessibility reality however other innovations, such artificial intelligence
is crucial and forms the basis of user-centered design frameworks or biosensors, also are appropriate for integration
methodologies. AR is a practical way to enhance the with AR and VR applications. Furthermore, strong hardware
communication and processing of data during operation [23]. systems are required for AR applications. Therefore, it would
be expected that the cloud computing technology would be
The utilization of visual data, such as pre- and intra - the first of all of them just to integrate with AR.
operative obtained medical pictures, as well as numerical and
geometrical information is common in orthopedic surgery. Only a few studies specifically address the development
Furthermore, accurate alignment of the entry spots in respect of collaborative settings. One of the factors why collaborative
to the patient's physiology is necessary for standard environments have not advanced is because there are almost
mechanical orthopedic treatments [24]. These treatments no standardized techniques to represent and transmit
include the installation of screws, cables, implantation, and messages from the virtual environment. Future research that
the rectification of abnormalities. Due to the intuitive addition focuses on creating standards in this manner may enable the
of medical data, AR applications appear to be especially integration of devices from many manufacturers and
helpful in aiding surgeons during exact and scheduled encodings into unified virtual environment [31].
surgical procedures and improving their skills [25].
V. CONCLUSION
 Sunmap System Case
The SunMap+ app for Android smartphones may help This study discovered that augmented reality affects the
people find their way to their objectives in enclosed spaces. researcher's intentional concentration. Additionally, it is
Through an AR interface, the device serves as a virtual local believed that the ability to sense objects that don't truly exist
guide and shows a 3D floor plan and design of the Sunway with AR technology helps to draw in more viewers. The
University campus [26]. The image recognition approach is perception of presence is increased by employing AR in
used to initialize and recognize areas on the Sunway campus science teaching. A significant advancement in the field of
in order to determine the user's present position on the 3D advanced research has been driven by AR. since the research
map. The PDR system is considered as an addition to the field is constantly evolving. And the usage of AR is still being
image recognition implementing this technology. It is used by developed for many applications, improving their
SunMap+ to keep monitoring the user's movements after the effectiveness. Their characteristics and uses are being
user's initial spot has been established using visual improved through a variety of techniques and methods of
recognition. Including the 3D floor plans, there are also synthesis. Due to the numerous uses of AR, from interior to
offered navigation trails to help users get to their desired outdoor settings, they are commonly employed. They
locations [27]. therefore attracted a lot of attention from the fields of study
and technological advancement. AR will undoubtedly be a
IV. FUTURE APPLICATIONS great success in the future in terms of upgrading the
civilization.
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