Hi Sian,
I recently wrote a blog post about our experience with developing AR content in-house.
The most important lesson we learnt is that AR is not the right method for a lot of content, but it's brilliant for some! Also, helping your visitors to understand how to use the app can be a challenge, although I think tethering the tablets might solve some of those problems. I'm still excited about the potential of AR, but also think that it's a big challenge to get it 'right'.
The full blog post can be found here: http://mesch-project.eu/using-augmented-reality-in-the-museum/
Best wishes,
Merel
Merel van der Vaart
PhD Researcher - Allard Pierson Museum // UvA
Oude Turfmarkt 127 / 1012 GC Amsterdam / The Netherlands // +31 (0)20 525 2477
http://www.allardpiersonmuseum.nl
Ik werk op maandag tot en met donderdag / I work Monday till Thursday.
For more info about the meSch project: http://mesch-project.eu/
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From: Museums Computer Group [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Adrian Davies
Sent: maandag 30 juni 2014 18:15
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Subject: Re: [MCG] Augmented Reality in UK Museums
Hi Sian,
We are just finalising our Digital R&D Nesta Project which is an AR narrative app in an exhibition with permanently suspended iPads infornt of museum objects.
Its called RIOT 1831@Nottingham Castle.
Its being launched on Friday.
Open Day for professionals on Friday 4th Sept(please see eventbrite) or get in touch for earlier visit.It has been a very steep learning curve for all partners.
Adrian Davies
Project Lead,
Nottingham City Museums & Galleries
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From: Museums Computer Group [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Sian Woodward
Sent: 30 June 2014 16:56
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Subject: Augmented Reality in UK Museums
We are currently developing a new North Hertfordshire Museum which will amalgamate the collections of the former Hitchin and Letchworth Museums, and are working with our designers on developing displays.
One of the things that our designers would like to develop is an Augmented Reality installation using a 3D form and some tethered tablets. While this sounds like an exciting and interesting prospect to most of the team, there are some key people who remain unconvinced, concerned that few museums seem to have employed this. They would like more evidence that this is a tested technology, and would like to know of examples that they might be able to see in action.
Can anyone suggest any projects or uses of AR in museums or heritage sites in this country that might demonstrate AR in action, particularly that team members might be able to visit?
Best Wishes
Sian Woodward
Curator
Letchworth Museum
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