Although perhaps when you read this article, everything we will mention may no longer seem like a novelty at all thanks to the rapid advancement of technology, we cannot stop telling you what is happening in the world of virtual reality 2022 and what are we to see in the near future.
Are you ready to learn about some Curiosities about the VR today? Let's get started!
Some of these curiosities or news may seem a little crazy to you, and others not so much, but don't worry, we'll give you a brief explanation of each one so you know the most important details:
Can you imagine using a virtual reality headset similar in appearance to a snorkel, which controls the amount of air you breathe?
Well, that's a fact! This very particular device called AIres, was developed by researchers from the University of Salzburg. It has a similar appearance to a scuba diving snorkel, and can control the amount of air that reaches the user wearing the diving mask virtual reality.
To create this device, the scientists used a medical-grade gas flow sensor and connected it to a mask with an adjustable air valve.
Its main objective is to achieve virtual reality scenarios with more realistic restricted air supply. Such as, for example, an environment full of smoke that a firefighter's lungs have to face, or feed immersive virtual games that require the use of air, such as blowing candles or inflating balloons.
The system allows users to measure their inhalation and exhalation to create interactive applications that use breathing as input. For example, during the simulation of a fire, the mask was able to restrict airflow as participants approached the fire, as if they were actually in a smoke-filled scenario.
For the time being, the date of the market launch of this virtual helmet has not been announced nor what its price will be.
The Future Interfaces group, a research laboratory at Carnegie Mellon University, has developed a device that is perfectly suited to VR glasses allowing players to receive sensations without the need for the use of large and uncomfortable devices.
The device created by the Laboratory emits haptic sensations (such as pulsations and vibrations) through ultrasound, in the mouth of the person who wears them. And not only this; it is also capable of imitating gestures on the teeth and tongue.
But you will say that the best part is missing, right? The spiders! Of course it is. The scientists had this great idea to create a demo in which you have to face a group of spiders, which are not going to leave if you close your eyes, because you will also feel them climbing across your face right after crossing their webs.
In the experiment, the person (or victim?) He controls a virtual gun with which he can make spiders explode and, all he needed, was to feel their little pieces hitting his face. But don't worry, there are also other demos of the person drinking from a fountain, brushing their teeth, etc.
Over the last decade, virtual reality technology has been applied to more and more fields, and not just in the entertainment industry, as its contribution goes much further.
In 2018, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology discovered that virtual reality could reduce depression and isolation among older people, and the use of this technology to transfer them to scenarios, moments, or to share with loved ones who are not close or simply are not there, has reflected several positive changes.
In addition to reliving trips to places that bring back good memories, users can teleport to bars or clubs that remind them of their youth.
With this virtual reality reminiscence therapy for older people in homes, family, friends and caregivers can also record 3D videos of an event that the person can attend virtually over and over again to reinforce new memories.
What did you think of this data? Without a doubt, the world of virtual reality never ceases to amaze us and its contribution is becoming increasingly important.
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