Agenda

Description

Zheng Qin has since 2018 developed the cutting edge, wide FoV AR optics system called Mixed Waveguide, with the most advanced Crossfire solution that gives you a 120-degree FoV and is interchangeable between AR and VR. It’s even slimmer than most VR optics (including the Pancake solutions), so it could be the ultimate optical solution for AR & VR hybrid glasses. Zheng will walk you through the reasons why Crossfire is much better than its competitor Pancake +VST (video see-through) solution. Additionally, Zheng will introduce the whole family of Mixed Waveguide solutions, which has been adopted by many key clients around the world.

Speakers

Zheng Qin

Founder , Ant Reality

Description

In this presentation, we introduce the innovative PinTILT™ structure, which combines the best of traditional waveguides and birdbath structures, incorporating both pupil expansion and pupil forming functionalities.

Speakers

Jeong Hun HA

CTO , LetinAR

Description

Almalence presents a set of ISP techniques enabling high picture quality beyond optical hardware limitations in VR/AR head-mounted displays by dynamically compensating for the optical system deficiencies specific to the optical path at a given eye position.

Optical hardware design constraints inherent to head-mounted displays compromise the image quality and visual experience in VR/AR. Even the latest-and-greatest devices retain the common flaws spoiling user experience: poor image detail, blur and color fringing outside of the small “sweet spot,” geometry distortion when moving the gaze direction, and low picture resolution of the outer world captured via pass-through cameras.

In the session, we will explore why dynamic optical aberrations correction, distortion correction, and super-resolution algorithms are indispensable to achieving high visual quality in head-mounted displays. We will also see examples of picture quality improvement those computational techniques produce on the highest-end VR displays from Pico, Varjo, and HP.

Speakers

Eugene Panich

CEO , Almalence

Description

Join us for a presentation of a new metaverse social platform where people can gather, communicate, and express themselves digitally.

Speakers

Donghwa (Jerry) Jang

Corporate Development Manager , Seerslab

Michael Chong

CEO , Seerslab

Description

Craig will present an outlining of how Contact CI has come to define Multi-Force Ergonomic Haptics, sharing our approach and the story of building Maestro EP, all while providing examples and evidence for why MFE haptics are important and impactful in generating an immersive sense of touch for a range of VR/AR users.

Speakers

Craig Douglass

CEO , Contact CI

Description

The DPT pixel is a single microLED emitter whose emission wavelength can be tuned all the way from red to blue and beyond, including white light. This removes the need for ‘RGB’ sub-pixels made from different material systems, and no further colour conversion/filtering or complex stacking architectures are required. DPT enables colour uniformity, eliminates complex fabrication processes, simplifies system design to deliver high-performance microLED displays and optical solutions, offers the most advanced approach to full-colour microLED displays, and brings these advantages to the whole display industry.

Speakers

Tongtong Zhu

CEO , Porotech

Description

In this session, we will explore the design aspects of BenVision, an accessible AR experience utilizing a Technology-Centered Design approach. We will discuss the integration of Camera Vision and AI in AR and the role of soundscapes in shaping emotions within XR environments. Our speakers will share their expertise in developing an immersive and accessible experience for vision-impaired individuals.

Using BenVision as a case study, we will investigate how the project enhances the world's experiential appreciation for visually impaired individuals through sound. We will cover our approach to effectively conveying object presence using sound in AR glasses and address ambience, musical soundscapes, and spatial audio features. Additionally, we will discuss our methodology for categorizing object characteristics based on sound qualities.

The session will touch on design principles from both UX and audio perspectives, emphasizing best practices for creating accessible XR experiences that promote functionality and emotional connections. Attendees will gain insights into designing for technology and humanity in the ever-evolving landscape of emerging technologies like XR.

Speakers

Lucas Thin

Design Technologist, Scholar , DesignSingapore Council

Soobin Ha

Audio Designer | Team Benvision , Velan Studios

Description

Join a timely and compelling conversation between product leaders across the field of XR wearables. Nexus Studios hosts a roundtable between innovators at Qualcomm, T-Mobile, and Meta, to explore both present and future trends in HMD AR applications. Spanning both consumer and enterprise solutions, from personal computing, to remote work, to multiuser gaming, hear how professionals are thinking about, preparing for, and executing on the upcoming era of HMD-based augmented reality. What projects, products, and processes will inspire you to see the world anew?

Speakers

Monica Arés

Founder , Th3 Third Door

Martin Herdina

Sr. Director XR , Qualcomm

Pablo Colapinto

Head of Immersive , Nexus Studios

Cerilenne Menendez Mendoza

XR Lead , T-Mobile

Description

As American cities struggle to build housing, improve transit, and otherwise convince a skeptical public that change is good - and necessary! How can AR help win over their critics? This panel will bring together a startup (inCitu) and platform (Snap) engaging the public at massive scale through offering passerby a glimpse of new projects in their actual context. They’ll be joined by a city official to discuss the potential of AR to deliver services, fast-track development, and re-imagine our relationship with the built environment at large.

Speakers

Greg Lindsay

Urban Tech Fellow , Cornell Tech

Ernest Chrappah

Former Director, Dept. of Buildings , DC Goverment

Jasson Crockett

Public Policy Manager , Snap Inc. / Snapchat

Dana Chermesh-Reshef

Founder & CEO , inCitu

Description

Get ready for a look into the world of spatial computing with AWS! Join us as we dive into how AWS is transforming the way 3D models are brought to life in the cloud. We'll be showcasing the latest spatial computing services on AWS that enable you to build, deliver, and manage your 3D workloads with ease and efficiency.

But that's not all - via an on stage demonstration you'll get to see how we paired a Magic Leap 2 with a Boston Dynamics Spot Robot to showcase how AWS's cutting-edge technology can help users visualize live robot telemetry and control the robot in even the most challenging and remote environments.

This session and the session following it is a must-attend for professionals who are interested in exploring the full potential of spatial computing on AWS. Join us for a captivating and informative presentation that is sure to inspire and inform!

Speakers

Kimate Richards

Sr. Strategic Architect , AWS

Heidi Buck

Senior Manager, Spatial Computing , AWS

Description

Recently, there has been, and continues to be, a flurry of activities around AR and the Metaverse. How these domains intersect and unfold over time is still very much in the early stages. What is clear, however, is that the “on-ramp” or gateways into the Metaverse starts with the ability to perceive the physical and digital worlds simultaneously. Many technologies and devices are needed to enable the true immersion and first and foremost is the ability to overlay the digital domain onto the physical space. In this talk we will discuss these aspects and delve deeply into near-to-eye display technologies that allows uses to coexist in the physical and digital domains.

Speakers

Bharath Rajagopalan

Director, Strategic Marketing , STMicroelectronics

Description

After over a decade searching for mixed reality smart glasses capable of enhancing his low vision, legally blind Chris McNally walked into the Paris offices of Lynx with his blind cane and sighted guide, and met founder Stan Larroque.

After putting on the Lynx R1, Chris’ world was transformed making it possible for him to see tables, chairs and other obstacles in the room and the expressions on people’s faces during conversations - all impossible moments before. Was it magic? No, just the right combination of technology capabilities to meet the needs of Chris’ low vision.

However, this is just the tip of the iceberg, as advancements in smart glasses hardware, software and MR/AR/XR technologies, along with advancing AI and more, will create incredible opportunities for people with low vision.

Speakers

Chris McNally

Co-Founder , iMcNally

Stan Larroque

CEO , LYNX

Description

Join Michael Running Wolf and Caroline Running Wolf for a discussion about one of the most wonderful uses cases of XR for good as they presenting findings from their research on how immersive tech and AI can be used to reclaim indigenous languages that would otherwise be lost.

Speakers

Michael Running Wolf

Founder & Technical Director , McGill University

Caroline Running Wolf

PhD Student , University of British Columbia

Description

With the use of a standard phone and a 3D scan of a location, you can determine your position with an impressive accuracy of 5cm - a game changer for AR. This technology opens doors to a variety of features including AR indoor navigation, AR workflows, and even remote assistance across large facilities. Spatial applications will make AR a tool for daily use, creating massive ROI for businesses. This talk will show how to use AR for daily operations and ultimately how to increase your ROI.

Speakers

Markus Meixner

CEO , VIEWAR

Description

Discover the untapped potential of XR technology as we discuss the crucial role of audio in driving realistic 3D experiences. Whether you’re venturing into VR, AR, or MR, delivering an exceptional audio experience is paramount to ensuring active participant engagement and seamless integration within virtual environments.

Join us for an enlightening conversation with industry experts, Paul Boustead, VP of Product at Dolby, and Michael Kolbrener, COO at Odyssey.stream. Gain valuable insights into the Dolby.io offerings that are powering immersive XR landscapes. And learn about the latest advancements and future possibilities that await XR enthusiasts in the near and long term.

Speakers

Paul Boustead

VP of Product & Architecture , Dolby.io

Michael Kolbrener

COO , Odyssey

Description

The advent of advanced technology and machinery has put workers in a variety of industries at risk of unemployment. In order to solve this problem, we will explain a human assist-based XR solution that helps overcome physical limitations (memory, cognition, vision, etc.) as a human being and coexist with technology, focusing on cases. And I will suggest the direction that XR technology should go forward.

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Description

How will the evolution to video conferencing look like - and why is bringing people 'together' in virtual spaces not enough? Founder and CEO of Beem, Janosch Amstutz, dives into the technical and psychological factors involved in creating a new communications medium.

Speakers

Janosch Amstutz

Founder & Chief Executive , Beem

Description

The JPEO-CBRND partnered with MRIGlobal and ForgeFX Simulations to produce The CBNRD HoloTrainer, a networked multiuser Microsoft HoloLens 2 augmented reality training simulator for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear detection device operators. This presentation will cover the entire project lifecycle, including government requirements and the development of holographically projected interactive virtual equipment, culminating in deployment to soldiers. The CBRND HoloTrainer is a groundbreaking spatial computing application that significantly increases the effectiveness of its users.

Speakers

Scott LaForge

Chief Product Officer , ForgeFX Simulations

Greg Meyers

CEO and Co-Founder , ForgeFX Simulations

Description

First responders (FR) need every advantage during critical moments of fleeting life, and SMART cyber-physical systems (CPS) provide crucial information for time-sensitive events. Wireless real-time convergence of building information modeling, interfacing of 3D data through machine-to-machine and machine-to-human analytics exchange, and bio-telemetry monitoring of victims and responders will save lives.

Auto-populated, legacy, and real-time remote sensed point clouds would allow FR personnel and their commanders to intelligently and visually understand their environments during response. Mixed physics computational fluid dynamic programs allow for predictive outputs in structure and wildland fires, hazardous materials releases, and other natural and human-initiated events. Technical rescues and high-life hazards will benefit from SMART Cities, IoT, remote sensing, virtual, augmented, and mixed realities. The unconscious patient will be treated via facial recognition software, allowing responders to know medical history, and complimentary real-time field communications will be transmitted to base hospital trauma surgeons-in 3D.

The SMART FR- during the response, mitigation, and post-incident analysis, will view emergencies through 3D projected light and holographic displays and immersive HUD lenses. The multi-sensor fusion-enabled technology is focused on saving civilian lives and empowering responders.

Speakers

Kirk McKinzie

President , McKinzie Smart Technologies

Dan Munsey

Fire Chief , San Bernardino County Fire Department

Description

Coming Soon!

Speakers

Alex Goldberg

XR Innovations , Blue Origin

Shelley Peterson

Founder | XR Industry Pioneer , Wizard Wells

Paul Davies

Technical Fellow , The Boeing Company

Lauren Marble

Solutions Architect , Amazon Web Services