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JackIn Head: Immersive Visual Telepresence System with Omnidirectional Wearable Camera.
IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics
|December 28, 2016
Summary
This study introduces JackIn Head, a telepresence system with a stabilized omnidirectional camera for immersive remote experiences. It enhances collaboration by enabling independent exploration and interaction in shared virtual environments.
Area of Science:
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Virtual Reality
- Telepresence Technology
Background:
- Telepresence technology aims to enable users to share immersive experiences online.
- Existing systems often lack independent exploration capabilities for remote users.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and evaluate the JackIn Head visual telepresence system.
- To assess the system's effectiveness in stabilizing omnidirectional video and reducing cybersickness.
- To investigate remote interaction and collaboration facilitated by the system.
Main Methods:
- Development of a wearable omnidirectional camera system with image motion stabilization.
- Real-time stabilization of spherical video footage for broadcasting.
- Exploratory observation study to analyze remote user interactions and communication.
Main Results:
- The JackIn Head system successfully stabilizes omnidirectional video in real-time.
- Evaluation demonstrated a significant alleviation of cybersickness for remote users.
- The observation study revealed effective remote interaction, communication, and assistance among users.
Conclusions:
- The JackIn Head system provides an effective platform for immersive telepresence.
- Stabilized omnidirectional video enhances remote user experience and reduces discomfort.
- The system augments remote collaboration by facilitating natural inter-personal communication and interaction.
