Augmented/Virtual Reality: Technological Advancement with Use Cases

Augmented reality (AR) technology gives real and computerized elements that appear to coexist in real space. It makes users feel all three senses: smelling, hearing, and touch of the human body. Virtual reality (VR) is technology comprising interactive computer simulations that create the impression of being completely or partially immersed. It is a strong human-computer interface that merges computer animation, image analysis, pattern identification, artificial intelligence, networking, and other technologies. This paper provides an overview of VR and AR technologies. It highlights tracking, interaction techniques, and display technology as key AR technologies, whereas immersive, semi-immersive, and non-immersive are the leading technologies of VR. It discusses the various use cases of VR and AR.