Augmented mirror: augmented reality in the mirror world

摘要

In this paper we describe an augmented reality system called 'Augmented Mirror' which overlays virtual objects in the mirror. A video monitor and a camera are used as a metaphor of mirror. Images captured by the small camera on the monitor are displayed on it after being flipped horizontally. Magnetic 6DOF sensors are also used to get 3D information of a user's head and hand. Then Virtual objects can be displayed on them. We made a prototype system which enables a user to put virtual glasses or virtual hats on his face or head based on this idea.