What is presence in virtual reality?

Presence in virtual reality is the human disposition for suspension of disbelief, to forget that the virtual is virtual.

How do automakers use virtual reality?

<span data-sheets-value="{"1":2,"2":"Virtual reality technology is being used by major automotive brands to showcase their products. Customers can try everything, from examining vehicle features to test driving. For automotive designers and engineers, VR’s realistic elements allow them to analyze how a new vehicle will look or test its efficiency without having to build multiple models, reducing time and cost."}" data-sheets-userformat="{"2":4483,"3":{"1":0},"4":{"1":2,"2":16777215},"10":2,"11":4,"15":"Arial"}">Virtual reality technology is being used by major automotive brands to showcase their products. Customers can try everything, from examining vehicle features to test driving. For automotive designers and engineers, VR’s realistic elements allow them to analyze how a new vehicle will look or test its efficiency without having to build multiple models, reducing time and cost.

What is augmented reality?

<span data-sheets-value="{"1":2,"2":"Augmented reality (AR) overlays computer generated content onto the real world, so that we are fully aware of our surroundings, but they are digitally enhanced. "}" data-sheets-userformat="{"2":4483,"3":{"1":0},"4":{"1":2,"2":16777215},"10":2,"11":4,"15":"Arial"}">Augmented reality (AR) overlays computer generated content onto the real world, so that we are fully aware of our surroundings, but they are digitally enhanced.

What tech possibilities can VR provide for the travel industry in the future?

Two possibilities are intriguing… the first is the ability to relive a trip, by watching a 360-degree video that was captured during the trip. Travel 360s could provide a more immersive memory experience. The second possibility is for VR to replace travel. As we get better at deep immersion and telepresence, it could be that much of our travel experience could happen from the privacy and security of our homes. These capabilities will see double-duty in the workplace for telecommuting.

Todd Richmond IEEE Member

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