We have received out group feedback and as we had suspected, it was not good. We got a grade D. The positive points were that we had used Prezi software as first mentioned in the research practice module, and the inclusion of some renders of 3D concept shapes. However, the group lacked energy and enthusiasm, the concept was unclear and the timescale lacked sufficient detail. The feedback also mentioned that we need to think of the output for these models, namely a virtual one and to be more ambitious. We left the session with some ideas as to how to improve our presentation for next time.
Me and Jon had a meeting with Brian Larkman after the session (unfortunately Chris was ill and unable to attend) We discussed the possibility of incorporating an augmented reality output. The idea would be that we would still create architectural shapes in 3Ds Max but then get a series of real world building blocks (such as early learning center) and and markers to each piece. Then, by using several software applications and a web camera, the system would pick up these makers and display our models over the pieces. This would mean that the issues of stone not being a sufficient medium wouldn't matter as they would be virtual. On screen they would be our models, in similar shapes to that of the real world pieces, allowing for physical interaction.
However, the main concerns I have are as follows:
-None of the group know anything about creating an augmented reality
-After some initial research, it appears that it takes several programs, experience of coding / scripting as well as knowledge of at least one game engine technology.
-The pieces that would have markers on them would be built and stacked, but the web camera would need to see the marker in order to project our model onto it, so there are issues of markers.
You Tube Link for initial research: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jU6PcBS1pWw
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