This report reviews methods for virtually presenting physical artifacts too cumbersome or delicate to display by conventional means. It was initiated to address issues faced by the Worcester Art Museum, which is preparing a comprehensive exhibit of the Higgins Armory Collection. Several technologies are assessed, including optical illusions involving mirrors, various forms of holography, and pseudo- and autostereoscopic displays. Practical considerations led to the recommended use of 2D digital monitors incorporating high spatial resolution, extended colorspace and advanced frame rate capabilities, coupled with hands-free sensors that allow viewers to interact with displayed images.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Andress, Warren
• Sand, David

Subject

• Culture
• Project-Based Learning
• Sustainability
• Learning

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• 53946
• E-project-032522-100054

Keyword

• Digital Imaging
• Higgins Armory
• Worcester Art Museum

Advisor

• Moriarty, Brian J.

Year

• 2022

Sponsor

• Jeffery Forgeng
• Worcester Art Museum

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• 4 - Quality Education

Date created

• 2022-03-25

Resource type

• Interactive Qualifying Project

Rights statement

• In Copyright