Augmented Reality

Jon Peddie is a pioneer of the graphics industry and lectures around the world on topics pertaining to graphics technology, augmented reality and the emerging trends in digital media technology. Recently named one of the most influential analysts who regularly advises investors in the GLG network, he is frequently quoted in trade and business publications, was the former president of Siggraph Pioneers, and he is also the author of several books. Jon Peddie was recently honored by the CAD Society with a lifetime achievement award.

Preface.- Introduction.- Types of Augmented Reality Systems.- Augmented Reality-We'll All Be Experts Now.- Overview of Augmented Reality System Organization.- Historical Overview: Ghosts to Real AR to DARPA.- Key Applications.- Software Tools and Technologies.- Technology Issues.- Augmented Reality Devices and Suppliers.- Conclusions and Future Possibilities.- Appendix.

"Peddie ... has constructed a book of ten well-organized chapters that present a broad examination of AR and provide readers with an inclusive definition that discriminates AR from similar technologies such as virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (MR). ... The chapters contain an appropriate list of references. ... a great starting point for those who wish to gain a broad overview of the issues and methodologies that support AR. Summing Up: Recommended. Lower-division undergraduates and above; faculty and professionals." (J. Beidler, Choice, Vol. 55 (4), December, 2017)