A 15-Year Retrospective on Immersive Visualization Lessons from the Applied Visualization Laboratory

Journal Article · 05 April 2024 · Presence

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1162/pres_a_00422 · OSTI ID:2336753

Khadka, Rajiv  ^[1]; Koudelka, John  ^[1]

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1. Idaho National Laboratory (INL), Idaho Falls, ID (United States); Center of Advanced Energy Studies, Idaho Falls, ID (United States)

This article shares the experiences of operating an immersive visualization laboratory over a 15-year period. The paper discusses valuable insights into the lessons learned from various projects, including the challenges they faced, such as technical difficulties, user adoption, and opportunities, and practical solutions for overcoming them. One crucial element for successful immersive visualization projects is interdisciplinary collaboration. The paper presents the advantages of immersive visualization technology, such as improved data comprehension, enhanced communication, and increased engagement in complex scenarios. We present the dynamic realm of virtual and augmented truth (VR/AR) technology in the context of a immersive laboratory system. We spotlight rising trends inside the integration of VR/AR tools for visualization. We also present our experience in dealing with the hardware and software additives in an immersive VR/AR labs, dropping light on the demanding situations and successes encountered throughout everyday operations. Furthermore, it offers practical knowledge and guidance based on years of experience in the field, which can help you overcome challenges and achieve success in your project.

• Research Organization: Idaho National Laboratory (INL), Idaho Falls, ID (United States)
• Sponsoring Organization: USDOE
• Grant/Contract Number: AC07-05ID14517
• OSTI ID: 2336753
• Report Number(s): INL/JOU--23-72408-Rev001
• Journal Information: Presence, Journal Name: Presence Vol. 33; ISSN 1531-3263
• Publisher: MIT PressCopyright Statement
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English