Essays about: "Virtual worlds"

Showing result 26 - 30 of 66 essays containing the words Virtual worlds.

  1. 26. Jamming with the Plot Twister : Designing virtual worlds for improvised performances

    University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Bildproduktion

    Author : Einar Christoffersson; [2018]
    Keywords : interface; audiovisual; improvisation; performance; electronic; music;

    Abstract : Using a research through design approach, this thesis presents a first prototype of Plot Twister, a novel interactive, audiovisual interface specifically designed for solo musicians improvising alongside computers. This highly simplified and intuitive interface allows the performer to simultaneously manipulate visual and musical content using one single controller, thus enabling the other hand to play an instrument. READ MORE

  3. 27. Virtual Reality Locomotion : Four Evaluated Locomotion Methods

    University essay from Högskolan Väst/Avd för informatik

    Author : Rasmus Karlsson; Alvar Sveninge; [2017]
    Keywords : VR; Virtual Reality; Locomotion; HTC Vive; Steam; SteamVR; Games; Room-Scale;

    Abstract : Virtual Reality consumer hardware is now available for the masses through the HTC Vive, Oculus Rift and PlayStation VR. Locomotion or virtual travel inside immersive experiences is an area which is yet to be fully solved due to space constraints, problems with retaining immersion and potential sickness. READ MORE

  4. 28. “Rule no.3: Never raid with pants on.” : An Anthropological Study of Communication, Co-Operation and Friendship in the ’Virtual’ World of Warcraft

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för kulturantropologi och etnologi

    Author : Isabell Haraldsson; [2017]
    Keywords : Online gaming; World of Warcraft; virtual worlds; online-culture; communication; social structure; social organisation; homo ludens; gamer culture;

    Abstract : The significance of technology and technological devices in the modern western society is steadily expanding, and affecting how the consumers of these products interact with one another. Both through these devices, but also how they interact without them the importance of studying these forms of interaction is therefore of rising significance. READ MORE

  5. 29. Information Usage in Smart Material Flows : An Evaluation of the Prerequisites of how to Become Smart in the Material Flow from a User Perspective within Assembly at an Industrial Manufacturing Company

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Produktionsekonomi

    Author : Josefin Eriksson; Anna Eldered; [2017]
    Keywords : Information Usage; Information; Smart Factory; Industrie 4.0; Scania; Smart; Operations Management; Manufacturing; Assembly;

    Abstract : IT is a well-integrated function within most companies and its importance grows bigger by the day. With new solutions and concepts being introduced continuously it is important to be aware of the ever-changing possibilities found within IT. One of these changes is the concept of Industrie 4. READ MORE

  6. 30. Far Above Far Beyond

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Designhögskolan vid Umeå universitet

    Author : Dominik Krug; [2017]
    Keywords : Concept Vehicle Design Space Exploration Virtual Reality Mixed Reality;

    Abstract : This project aims to explore what the brand Land Rover could stand for in the future. The brands rich history of exploring unconquered terrain earned it admiration and desirability all around the world. Further extending it's reach onto new worlds is within reach. In the 2030s the first manned missions to Mars are planned. READ MORE