Computer Graphics

For VR environments to be fully immersive, we must strive towards graphics that can mirror reality. Unfortunately, such high-level graphics are difficult to attain in real-time without running into problems with framerate and stuttering gameplay, which breaks immersion and can cause motion sickness in players. The consequence of this is that the majority of VR experiences must use simplistic graphics to keep the experience as smooth as possible.

Fortunately, computer graphics titans Nvidia have been utilising deep learning techniques to make such dreams possible. "Deep Learning Super Sampling" is a technology developed by Nvidia which allows high-resolution images to be generated for a low-res image input, allowing for high-quality graphics for VR to be less costly than before. By developing AI-based technologies like this and integrating them into our VR experiences, realistic, immersive graphics can be produced with greater efficiency, cost and speed.

More Intelligent Training

VR has proven to be a great tool for training people to perform high-risk tasks without the risk, for example by simulating operations for trainee doctors, and engine failure scenarios for pilots. By implementing AI into VR simulations training could be more intelligently analysed and better respond to the user's actions giving a more customised experience with accurate feedback.

Headset Tracking using Computer Vision

The Oculus Quest, a VR headset made by Facebook-owned company Oculus, employs AI-enabled computer vision to compute the user's movements and ensure that they never wander out of a set playspace without being notified by the system. This is done by using the exterior cameras on the headset to create a virtual map of the room. An AI algorithm will identify recognisable points that can be used to identify the headset's exact position in the room in real-time. This means that any movement you make is translated accurately into the game and if you get too close to a real-life obstacle, the headset will give you a suitable warning.

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