AI in Architecture

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Preface In recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made significant inroads into the creative industries, notably in fields such as architecture design. The advent of AI-driven image creation tools and advanced language models has opened new frontiers in ideation, enabling a unique synergy between human creativity and generative AI imaging. This independent study aims to […]

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paper SpaceXR in HCI 2024

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“SpaceXR: Virtual Reality and Data Mining for Astronomical Visualization ” is published at the 26th HCI International Conference. Proceeding Book.  Washington DC, USA. 29 June – 4 July 2024 Authors: Mikhail Nikolaenko, Ming Tang   Abstract This paper presents a ” SpaceXR ” project that integrates data science, astronomy, and Virtual Reality (VR) technology to […]

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CVG Airport renovation

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Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) renovation project. This dynamic course delves into designing human-centric, technologically advanced retail spaces at CVG, addressing contemporary challenges. Collaborating directly with CVG, we focus on conceptualizing the “Future CVG Experience,” exploring pivotal questions: envisioning the future look of CVG, the transformative impact of AR and VR on airport experiences, integrating […]

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paper on JEC

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Paper published in the Journal of Experimental Criminology. Cory P. Haberman, Ming Tang, JC Barnes, Clay Driscoll, Bradley J. O’Guinn, Calvin Proffit, The Effect of Checklists on Evidence Collection During Initial Investigations A Randomized Controlled Trial in Virtual Reality. Journal of Experimental Criminology.  Objective To examine the impact of an investigative checklist on evidence collection by police […]

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UHP Spring 2024

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ARCH3051. UHP Spring 2024 course:  Human-Computer Interaction in the Age of Extended Reality & Metaverse Ming Tang. Professor, Director of Extended Reality Lab (XR-Lab). UC Digital Future. Institute for Research in Sensing (IRiS); Industry 4.0 & 5.0 Institute (I45I) School of Architecture and Interior Design, College of Design Architecture Art and Planning Class Time: T. TH 12:30pm […]

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MIND VR

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Digital Human

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The digital human project explores (1) high-fidelity digital human modeling and motion capture including Full body + Facial motion capture. (2) Large Language Model integration with digital human, powered by ChatGPT and Open AI. 

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CVG HOLO

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CVG-HOLO – WAYFINDING HOLOGRAM PROJECT XR-Lab is working with Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), in collaboration with UC Center for Simulations & Virtual Environments Research, to Develop and demonstrate a wayfinding hologram. Evaluate the hologram signage’s performance to augment passengers’ wayfinding experience. Develop concepts of Concourse-B store renovation, integrating emerging digital technologies related to Extended […]

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Wayfinding through VR

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Use VR walkthrough for wayfinding research. Players’ routes, and walking behavior, such as head movement, are captured and evaluated. Credit: restaurant designed by Eian Bennett. More info on the wayfinding and Egress at the simulated DAAP building can be found here.  

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Cloud-based Digital Twin

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Clients are one click away from interacting with a Digital Twin model on their personal devices. No installation is required. The XR-Lab’s project showcases a cloud-based Digital Twin (DT) model, designed for accessibility and interaction via mobile devices. This advanced DT model allows multiple users to engage with its complex features directly through touch screens, […]

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Kao Metaverse

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The University of Cincinnati, through its Digital Futures complex, will work collaboratively with the UC Center for Simulations & Virtual Environments Research, Lindner College of Business, UC DAAP XR-Lab, and Kao to develop concepts and a minimum viable product for a Jergens virtual tanning experience called the ‘Glowverse.’ KAO-STP-Glowverse VR retail project. GLOWVERSE VIRTUAL SPA […]

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Solar System in VR

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Extended Reality 3D Model Application in Space Exploration and Planetary Habitation   Developed by Mikhail Nikolaenko. Student, XR-Lab fellow, University of Cincinnati. Summary: This research project incorporates the use of data science, astronomy, and VR to create a visually interactive learning tool for students, academics, enthusiasts, and professionals alike to learn about areas of space exploration that […]

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