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Augmented Reality for Android Application Development

by Jens Grubert

November 2013

Intermediate to advanced

134 pages

3h 12m

English

Packt Publishing

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What this book covers

Downloading the example codeErrataPiracyQuestions
A quick overview of AR conceptsSensory augmentationDisplaysRegistration in 3DInteraction with the environmentChoose your style – sensor-based and computer vision-based ARSensor-based ARComputer vision-based ARAR architecture conceptsAR software componentsAR control flowSystem requirements for development and deploymentInstalling the Android Developer Tools Bundle and the Android NDKInstalling JMonkeyEngineInstalling VuforiaTMWhich Android devices should you use?
Understanding the cameraCamera characteristicsCamera versus screen characteristics
Creating an Eclipse projectPermissions in the Android manifestCreating an activity that displays the cameraSetting camera parametersCreating SurfaceView
Creating the JME activityCreating the JME application
The building blocks of 3D rendering
Camera parameters (intrinsic orientation)
Knowing where you are – handling GPSGPS and GNSSJME and GPS – tracking the location of your device
Understanding sensorsSensors in JME
Sensor fusion in a nutshellSensor fusion in JME
Querying for POIs around your current locationParsing the Google Places APIs results
Introduction to computer vision-based tracking and VuforiaTMChoosing physical objectsUnderstanding frame markersUnderstanding natural feature tracking targets
The C++ integrationThe Java integrationSummary
Pick the stick – 3D selection using ray picking
Managing your contentMulti-targetsCloud recognition

Overview

Augmented Reality for Android Application Development is designed to empower Android developers to create engaging AR applications. This comprehensive guide offers hands-on projects and foundational knowledge, enabling developers to integrate AR features into their apps effectively.

What this Book will help me do

Choose between sensor-based and computer vision-based approaches for AR development depending on the project needs.
Gain proficiency in accessing camera functionalities on Android devices for AR applications.
Overlay and animate 3D objects using JMonkeyEngine for realistic AR environments.
Implement geolocation features using GPS sensors to enhance user interaction with AR.
Utilize the powerful Vuforia SDK for building robust computer vision-based AR applications.

Author(s)

The author(s) of this book bring extensive experience in Android development and AR technologies, combining practical application insights with theoretical foundations. They are skilled in breaking down complex topics for developers, guiding readers through step-by-step examples to ensure effective learning and application.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for Android application developers who know their way around Android Development Tools and want to expand their skill set to include AR development. It suits developers eager to create innovative and interactive applications utilizing AR features. Readers who seek hands-on, practical approaches to AR implementation will find this book engaging and educational.