AR based Inorganic Chemistry Learning Support Environment for Cableless HMD

Abstract

In this paper, AR-based inorganic chemistry learning support environment is proposed. For the proposed environment, wireless HMD and some markers are used as interface. The virtual environment is constructed from recorded image and CGs. When some markers are recognized in the recorded image, corresponding CGs (instruments, water solutions, flame and so on) are displayed. User can perform virtual experiment by moving the markers. Constructed virtual environment if given to user through a HMD. By using a smartphone as a part for HMD, user is given freedom of movement. Additionally, attached smartphone can conduct all processes to construct a virtual environment (recording, recognition, calculation and displaying). It is confirmed that proposed approach has some advantages compared to previous AR based inorganic chemistry learning support system.