Augmenting Reality: Konzeption, Design und prototypische Umsetzung eines Exponats

In this work, we describe an application which uses Augmented Reality (AR) technology to present information interactively and within the real-world context, particularly with regard to cultural and natural heritage content. As interface, we propose the Augmented Reality Telescope, an extension of the conventional stationary coin-operated telescope. After an introductory overview of Augmented Reality technology and application areas in general, we specify by presenting the AR-Telescope and discussing fundamental postulations and calculations for the technical conception of the device. Based hereon, we develop a concept for content presentation, with a focus on interaction techniques. Finally, we describe the implementation of a prototype in the form of a simulation