| Title of the event | Virtual Horizons: The Evolution of AR & VR |
| Category | Webinar |
| Mode of conduction | Online |
| Date and Time | 01/03/2025 & 06.00 PM to 07.00 PM |
| Venue | Online |
| Content Delivered | 1. Evolution of Augmented Reality and their applications 2. Evolution of Virtual Reality and their applications |
| Convenor | Dr. A.Mathivanan , HOD/MECH |
| Faculty Coordinators | Dr. S.Senthil Babu AP/Mech. Dr. R.Suthan, AP/Mech. Dr. G.Lakshmikanth AP/Mech. |
| Student Coordinators | Mr.Ashish Sam Shaji, III Mech. Mr.Mohamed Fayaz Khan. A, III/Mech. |
| Participants and Count | 44 |
| Attachment | 1. Poster 2. Photos 3. Objectives and Outcomes |
Objective:
- To Explore the History and Development of AR and VR Technologies:
- Trace the evolution of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) from their inception to current advancements.
- Understand the foundational technologies that have driven the progress of AR and VR, such assensors, computing power, and display systems.
- Analyze the Impact of AR and VR on Society
Event Outcome:
Participants gained a deeper understanding of the historical evolution and current state of AR and VR technologies. They learned how these technologies have transformed industries like gaming, healthcare, education, and entertainment, and explored their future potential. The webinar also highlighted key challenges, such as hardware limitations, ethical considerations, and accessibility issues.
Conclusion:
The webinar on “Virtual Horizons: The Evolution of AR & VR” provided a comprehensive exploration of the transformative journey of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies. The attendees gained valuable insights into the rapid advancements of AR and VR, understanding their profound impact on diverse industries such as gaming, healthcare, education, and business. The discussions highlighted not only the vast potential for innovation but also the challenges that still need to be addressed, such as hardware limitations, ethical concerns, and accessibility
