Mixed reality based interaction system for digital heritage

A mixed reality (MR) system enhances the exploration and dissemination of cultural heritage by integrating 3D-printed replicas with synchronized computer-generated imagery. This approach increases immersion and user engagement, enabling untrained individuals to interact intuitively with historical artifacts. Demonstrated through an interactive inspection of the 15th-century Vittala Temple in Hampithe system uses monoscopic projection mapping on a tabletop replica and a vertical projection wall. Users control navigation and selection via a laser pointer or steering wheel, creating a seamless semantic link between actions and visual outcomes. The UI supports dual functionalities: architectural inspection and multimedia data retrieval, offering a novel method for preserving and experiencing digital heritage.

Bugalia, N., Kumar, S., Kalra, P., & Choudhary, S. (2016). Mixed reality based interaction system for digital heritage. Proceedings of the 15th ACM SIGGRAPH Conference on Virtual-Reality Continuum and Its Applications in Industry - Volume 1, 31–37. https://doi.org/10.1145/3013971.3014000