Virtual Reality

     As mentioned in a past blog post, virtual reality is becoming more and more advanced. Weopia, for instance, is one example of where technology is headed. Weopia, an online dating site, combines online dating and virtual reality into one place, where two people dating can meet up to go on "real" dates.
     But, what about other virtual realities? This week our communication class had the opportunity to visit the Purdue Envision Center. I was shocked to see what is under development here at Purdue University and how far we can take 3D.
     We experienced the opportunity to test the equipment and seee one project being undertaken now. The Envision center has partnered with a pharmaceutical class at Purdue to create an environment students can take part in in order to prepare them for future jobs as pharmacists. Abbey Moorman posted a great article on her blog describing what virtual reality is all about and what is being accomplished at Purdue.
Purdue is also working to map out history through the use of virtual reality. We were told about an ongoing project to recreate historical places, so vistors could tour them, experiencing what it would have been like to be there years ago verses now. While we were able to step into 3D world during our recitation, there are other ways this technology is being incorporated into every day use.

Check out the various Purdue Envision Center Projects

3D Geographic Exploration is becoming increasingly common. This google option allows us to experience what a place is like without ever stepping foot at the location. See Video Below: