{"id":727,"date":"2020-07-13T01:51:21","date_gmt":"2020-07-13T01:51:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/live-optics-wp.pantheonsite.io\/oscoutreach\/?p=727"},"modified":"2025-04-21T09:26:43","modified_gmt":"2025-04-21T16:26:43","slug":"virtual-reality-viewers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.optics.arizona.edu\/oscoutreach\/virtual-reality-viewers\/","title":{"rendered":"Virtual Reality Viewers"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Overview<\/strong>: Virtual reality viewers are a set of goggles, or goggle type devices that immerse the users in an interactive 3D environment<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\u200b\u200bSupplies<\/strong>: Meta Oculus Virtual Reality (VR) Headset<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Objectives<\/strong>: Enjoy immersing yourself in a world where anything can happen<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Setup:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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  • Charge the Oculus<\/li>\r\n
  • Turn on the Oculus<\/li>\r\n
  • Make sure the hand controllers have working batteries<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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    How to run the demo:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

    Place the headset on your head and adjust the straps to fit the individual. Choose a demo game\/activity and have fun<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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    What\u2019s Happening?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

    Through a combination of hardware and software, VR headsets create a 3D environment for individuals. This environment replaces the real world with one that simulates the real world. The hardware senses and tracks the individuals movements in real time. The software uses a combination of video and audio to to complete the immersive experience.<\/p>\r\n

    Try This:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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    • Build your own 3D viewer. Take a Thorlabs Lab Snacks box, scissors, tape, and 2 lenses<\/li>\r\n
    • Cut and fold the box as shown in photo number 2.<\/li>\r\n
    • The lens section can be moved towards and away from your eyes for optimal focus.<\/li>\r\n
    • Once constructed, use your phone and YouTube to find a 3D experience.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

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      Learn more:<\/strong>\u00a0(external links)<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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