Spatial augmented reality on industrial CNC-machines

Alex Olwal; Jonny Gustafsson; Christoffer Lindfors

doi:10.1117/12.760960

8 February 2008 Spatial augmented reality on industrial CNC-machines

Alex Olwal, Jonny Gustafsson, Christoffer Lindfors

Proceedings Volume 6804, The Engineering Reality of Virtual Reality 2008; 680409 (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.760960
Event: Electronic Imaging, 2008, San Jose, California, United States

Abstract

In this work we present how Augmented Reality (AR) can be used to create an intimate integration of process data with the workspace of an industrial CNC (computer numerical control) machine. AR allows us to combine interactive computer graphics with real objects in a physical environment - in this case, the workspace of an industrial lathe. ASTOR is an autostereoscopic optical see-through spatial AR system, which provides real-time 3D visual feedback without the need for user-worn equipment, such as head-mounted displays or sensors for tracking. The use of a transparent holographic optical element, overlaid onto the safety glass, allows the system to simultaneously provide bright imagery and clear visibility of the tool and workpiece. The system makes it possible to enhance visibility of occluded tools as well as to visualize real-time data from the process in the 3D space. The graphics are geometrically registered with the workspace and provide an intuitive representation of the process, amplifying the user's understanding and simplifying machine operation.

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Alex Olwal, Jonny Gustafsson, and Christoffer Lindfors "Spatial augmented reality on industrial CNC-machines", Proc. SPIE 6804, The Engineering Reality of Virtual Reality 2008, 680409 (8 February 2008); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.760960

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