Getting Started with AR

This section offers a basic understanding of AR, its potential for impact, and an overview of different platforms, features, and tools used to create AR content.

Objectives

• Introduce AR and differentiate the different continuums that make-up the extended reality (XR) spectrum
• Demonstrate the different kinds of AR (ex: marker-less, marker, facial tracking) and show how AR can be used in everyday life
• Introduce different platforms you can use to create your own unique experiences, including Spark AR Studio, Zap works (widgets, designer & studio), Blippar, Artivive, Unity 3D (Vuforia, Wikitude, AR Kit, AR Core)
• Offer guidance on how to choose the right platform for your AR experience

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Differentiating AR, VR and MR

AR is one spectrum within Extended Reality (XR). XR refers to a multi-axis spectrum of areas that combine elements of the real world and virtual world. In addition to AR, XR includes Virtual Reality (VR), Mixed/Merged Reality (MR), Tele-presence, and other related technologies.

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Types of AR (Marker-based and Marker-less)

AR is technology that enhances the real world with virtual elements. Virtual objects are blanketed on and traced simultaneously with the input received from a camera in view of the real world. This guide focuses on marker-based AR and marker-less AR.

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Areas for Implementation

AR has been implemented in various real life situations to ease flow of work, enhance flow of work, and improve aesthetics to resolve gaps within different industries.

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Platforms, Features, and Tools used to Create AR Content

Creators of AR content rely on a myriad of apps in order to develop relevant content for different industries and functions. In this section you will find a selection of 5 commonly used AR platforms and their features.