Description: X-ray augmentation in augmented reality refers to the enhancement of visual data by integrating X-ray images into augmented reality environments. This technology allows for the overlay of internal information of objects or structures, such as bones in the human body or components in machinery, onto the user’s real view. By combining X-ray images with virtual elements, a deeper and more detailed understanding of anatomy or the structure of an object is facilitated, thus improving visualization and analysis. This technique is especially valuable in fields such as medicine, engineering, and education, where precise visualization of internal data is crucial. Augmented reality, by incorporating X-ray data, transforms the way professionals interact with information, allowing for a more immersive and educational experience. Furthermore, this integration can optimize diagnostic and maintenance processes by providing a clear and accessible representation of what is normally invisible to the naked eye.
History: The use of X-rays began in 1895 when Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen discovered this form of electromagnetic radiation. Since then, X-rays have primarily been used in medicine for diagnostics. Augmented reality, on the other hand, began to develop in the 1960s, but it wasn’t until the 2000s that it became popular with the advancement of mobile technology. The combination of both technologies has evolved over the last two decades, driven by the need to enhance visualization and technical training across various fields.
Uses: X-ray augmentation in augmented reality is primarily used in medicine to enhance diagnostics, allowing doctors to visualize internal structures of patients in real-time. It is also applied in engineering for machinery maintenance, where technicians can see internal components overlaid on the real view. In education, it is used to teach anatomy and other complex concepts, facilitating the understanding of three-dimensional structures.
Examples: An example of X-ray augmentation in augmented reality is the X-ray visualization system in surgery, where surgeons can see X-ray images overlaid on the patient’s anatomy during a procedure. Another example is the use of augmented reality applications in training maintenance technicians, who can see internal components of machinery while working on it.
