AHCI RESEARCH GROUP
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2025
Juarez, A.; Rábago, J.; Pliego, A.; Salazar, G.; Hinrichsen, C.; Castro, M.; Pachajoa, T.
Innovative Methodology for the Integration of Emerging Technologies in Global Education: Mixed Realities, AI, Metaverse, and SDGs Proceedings Article
In: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2025, ISBN: 9798350355239 (ISBN).
Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Artificial intelligence, Arts computing, Collaborative learning, E-Learning, Education computing, Educational Innovation, Educational innovations, Educational Technology, Emerging technologies, Engineering education, Global education, High educations, higher education, Innovative methodologies, Me-xico, Metaverse, Metaverses, Mixed Realities, Mixed reality, Product design, Sebastian, Social aspects, Students, Sustainable development, Sustainable Development Goals, Teaching, Technical skills
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abstract = {The academic collaboration among Tecnologico de Monterrey (Mexico), the University of San Sebastián (Chile), and the Catholic University of Colombia was an innovative effort to transform the teaching of the "Formal Representation of Space" through the use of emerging technologies. This project was based on the convergence of the theory of Community of Inquiry (CoI), International Collaborative Online Learning (COIL), and the integration of Mixed Realities, Metaverse, and generative artificial intelligence. The central objective of this collaboration was to improve the technical and creative skills of students of architecture, industrial design, digital art, communication, and music production through a pedagogical approach that utilizes 3D spatial visualization and intercultural interaction. The use of the Tec Virtual Campus's Metaverse and the Global Classroom program was instrumental in facilitating real-time collaboration among students from different countries, allowing for the creation of joint projects that reflect a deep understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This effort resulted in an advanced methodology that improves students' technical skills and promotes a meaningful global commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, reflecting the transformative power of international collaborative education. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.},
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The academic collaboration among Tecnologico de Monterrey (Mexico), the University of San Sebastián (Chile), and the Catholic University of Colombia was an innovative effort to transform the teaching of the "Formal Representation of Space" through the use of emerging technologies. This project was based on the convergence of the theory of Community of Inquiry (CoI), International Collaborative Online Learning (COIL), and the integration of Mixed Realities, Metaverse, and generative artificial intelligence. The central objective of this collaboration was to improve the technical and creative skills of students of architecture, industrial design, digital art, communication, and music production through a pedagogical approach that utilizes 3D spatial visualization and intercultural interaction. The use of the Tec Virtual Campus's Metaverse and the Global Classroom program was instrumental in facilitating real-time collaboration among students from different countries, allowing for the creation of joint projects that reflect a deep understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This effort resulted in an advanced methodology that improves students' technical skills and promotes a meaningful global commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, reflecting the transformative power of international collaborative education. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.
Liu, Y.; Li, Z.
Research on the Design System of Bamboo-Woven Products Based on Traditional Bamboo-Weaving Craft VR Experience Journal Article
In: Forest Products Journal, vol. 75, no. 3, pp. 238–250, 2025, ISSN: 00157473 (ISSN), (Publisher: Forest Products Society).
Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: 3D modeling, Artificial intelligence, Bamboo, Design models, Design systems, evaluation, Experience design, Function evaluation, Human computer interaction, Learn+, Low-costs, Novel techniques, Product design, Product experience, Products, Reliability analysis, Systems analysis, Systems Engineering, Techniques, user experience, User interfaces, Virtual Reality, Virtual reality experiences, Weaving, Weaving technique, Woven products
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Virtual reality (VR) is a simulated experience capable of replicating or creating an entirely new environment. Through VR experience, designers can learn bamboo-weaving techniques at a low cost and showcase their design models of bamboo-woven products virtually, allowing these products to be put into production after experience and evaluation. This study introduces novel techniques to transform and innovate traditional bamboo-woven products to establish a comprehensive VR-based product experience design system. This system follows a pioneering pathway, including the following steps: VR weaving skill experience, generative artificial intelligence design (AIGC)–driven bamboo design creativity, 3D modeling technology support, and VR product evaluation. Moreover, the framework conducts user experience research from three dimensions: visual design, system function design, and human–computer interaction design. Usability assessments and statistical analysis were employed before and after the VR experience to assess the system’s reliability. The findings indicate that designers and users can remarkably use and evaluate the new system, offering a practical technical pathway for the modern design exploration of traditional bamboo products. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.
2024
Do, M. D.; Dahlem, N.; Paulus, M.; Krick, M.; Steffny, L.; Werth, D.
“Furnish Your Reality” - Intelligent Mobile AR Application for Personalized Furniture Proceedings Article
In: J., Wei; G., Margetis (Ed.): Lect. Notes Comput. Sci., pp. 196–210, Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, 2024, ISBN: 03029743 (ISSN); 978-303160457-7 (ISBN).
Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Artificial intelligence, Augmented Reality, Augmented reality applications, Electronic commerce, Generative AI, generative artificial intelligence, Human computer interaction, Human computer interfaces, LiDAR, Mobile augmented reality, Mobile human computer interface, Mobile Human Computer Interfaces, Personalized product design, Personalized products, Phygital customer journey, Physical environments, Product design, Recommender system, Recommender systems, Sales, User centered design, User interfaces, User-centered design
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abstract = {Today’s online retailers are faced with the challenge of providing a convenient solution for their customers to browse through a wide range of products. Simultaneously, they must meet individual customer needs by creating unique, personalized, one-of-a-kind items. Technological advances in areas such as Augmented Reality (AR), Artificial Intelligence (AI) or sensors (e.g. LiDAR), have the potential to address these challenges by enhancing the customer experience in new ways. One option is to implement “phygital” commerce solutions, which combines the benefits of physical and digital environments to improve the customer journey. This work presents a concept for a mobile AR application that integrates LiDAR and an AI-powered recommender system to create a unique phygital customer journey in the context of furniture shopping. The combination of AR, LiDAR and AI enables an accurate immersive experience along with personalized product designs. This concept aims to deliver benefits in terms of usability, convenience, time savings and user experience, while bridging the gap between mass-produced and personalized products. The new possibilities for merging virtual with physical environments hold immense potential, but this work also highlights challenges for customers as well as for online platform providers and future researchers. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.},
keywords = {Artificial intelligence, Augmented Reality, Augmented reality applications, Electronic commerce, Generative AI, generative artificial intelligence, Human computer interaction, Human computer interfaces, LiDAR, Mobile augmented reality, Mobile human computer interface, Mobile Human Computer Interfaces, Personalized product design, Personalized products, Phygital customer journey, Physical environments, Product design, Recommender system, Recommender systems, Sales, User centered design, User interfaces, User-centered design},
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Today’s online retailers are faced with the challenge of providing a convenient solution for their customers to browse through a wide range of products. Simultaneously, they must meet individual customer needs by creating unique, personalized, one-of-a-kind items. Technological advances in areas such as Augmented Reality (AR), Artificial Intelligence (AI) or sensors (e.g. LiDAR), have the potential to address these challenges by enhancing the customer experience in new ways. One option is to implement “phygital” commerce solutions, which combines the benefits of physical and digital environments to improve the customer journey. This work presents a concept for a mobile AR application that integrates LiDAR and an AI-powered recommender system to create a unique phygital customer journey in the context of furniture shopping. The combination of AR, LiDAR and AI enables an accurate immersive experience along with personalized product designs. This concept aims to deliver benefits in terms of usability, convenience, time savings and user experience, while bridging the gap between mass-produced and personalized products. The new possibilities for merging virtual with physical environments hold immense potential, but this work also highlights challenges for customers as well as for online platform providers and future researchers. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.