scholarly journals Integrating Geographic Information Systems and Augmented Reality for Mapping Underground Utilities

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amr Fenais ◽  
Samuel T. Ariaratnam ◽  
Steven K. Ayer ◽  
Nikolas Smilovsky
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Geographic Information Systems ◽  
Augmented Reality ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Design Research ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Geographic Information ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Underground Construction ◽  
Underground Utilities

Underground infrastructure is a critical component of the basic utility services provided to society. The single largest threat to the safety of underground utility lines is being struck by construction earthwork projects. One of the causes of this problem is miscommunication between utility owners and contractors. Therefore, it is vitally important to coordinate resources, share information, and ensure efficient communication between construction personnel and utility owners. Geographic information systems (GIS) provide a solution for interoperability in the construction industry. Applying such technologies in the field of underground construction requires accurate and up-to-date information. Augmented reality (AR) has been identified as a technique that could enhance information extraction from the virtual world to the real world and improve the access and utilization of information. However, there is currently limited research that has integrated AR and GIS and evaluated the effectiveness and usability of the combination in this domain. The main objective of this research was to develop an integrated AR-GIS for mapping and capturing underground utilities using a mobile device. The data are shared instantaneously with other stakeholders through a cloud-based system. In order to achieve these objectives, a design research approach was utilized to develop and evaluate a mobile extended-reality (XR-GIS) application. Validation of the XR-GIS was conducted through a focus group discussion and a questionnaire. The results revealed that 86% of the participants validated the system’s adaptivity to the underground construction. We can conclusively say that this research has produced an efficient solution for data collection and sharing among stakeholders in the underground construction industry.

Geographic Information Systems in Health Care Services

2011 ◽  
pp. 113-133
Author(s):  
Brian N. Hilton
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Geographic Information Systems ◽  
Strategic Planning ◽  
Design Research ◽  
Geographic Information ◽  
Management Control ◽  
Operational Control ◽  
Care Services

Geographic information systems (GIS) have numerous applications in human health. This chapter opens with a brief discussion of the three dimensions of decision-making in organizations — operational control, management control, and strategic planning. These dimensions are then discussed in terms of three case studies: a practice- improvement case study under operational control, a service-planning case study under management control, and a research case study under strategic planning. The discussion proceeds with an analysis of GIS contributions to three health care applications: medical/disability services (operational control/practice), emergency response (management control/planning), and infectious disease/SARS (strategic planning/research). The chapter concludes with a cross-case synthesis and discussion of how GIS could be integrated into health care management through Spatial Decision Support Systems and presents three keys issues to consider regarding the management of organizations: Data Integration for Operational Control, Planning Interorganizational Systems for Management Control, and Design Research for Strategic Planning.

scholarly journals Sightseeing Navigation System from Normal Times to Disaster Outbreak Times within Urban Tourist Areas in Japan

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 4609
Author(s):  
Ryo Sasaki ◽  
Kayoko Yamamoto
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Geographic Information Systems ◽  
Augmented Reality ◽  
Navigation System ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Geographic Information ◽  
Log Analysis ◽  
Risk Of Confusion ◽  
Operation Period ◽  
Access Log Analysis

In tourist areas, it is necessary to prepare a method that supports tourists’ activities by providing information concerning disaster support facilities during normal times, in addition to sightseeing spots and tourism-related facilities, because there is a risk of confusion during disasters, as tourists are not aware of the locations of disaster support facilities. The present study aims to develop a navigation system that supports the activities of users during both normal times and disasters by integrating augmented reality (AR) and web geographic information systems (Web-GISs), as well as by using pictograms. The system can not only effectively provide users with information concerning sightseeing spots and tourism-related facilities but also information concerning disaster support facilities. The system was operated over a period of 6 weeks in Chofu City, Tokyo Metropolis, Japan. Based on the results of a questionnaire survey for 60 users, the system was highly evaluated for its originality in terms of displays and functions using pictograms, navigation using AR, and obtaining information during disasters. Additionally, based on the results of access log analysis, the system was continuously utilized by users during the operation period. Therefore, by continuously operating the system, it can be expected that users will further utilize each function of the system.

scholarly journals A review of augmented reality applied to underground construction

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 ◽  
pp. 308-324
Author(s):  
Amr S. Fenais ◽  
Samuel T. Ariaratnam ◽  
Steven K. Ayer ◽  
Nikolas Smilovsky
Keyword(s):  
Augmented Reality ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
The United States ◽  
Economic Consequences ◽  
Advanced Technology ◽  
Journal Articles ◽  
Underground Construction ◽  
Underground Utilities ◽  
Feasible Solutions ◽  
Visualization Techniques

Unintentional striking of underground utilities from construction activities often results in high economic consequences. Advanced technology and sophisticated visualization techniques such as augmented reality (AR) has the potential to play a significant role in mitigating such devastating consequences. To better understand the state-of-the-art technology of AR applications in the underground construction industry, it is important to identify challenges and barriers. This paper provides a systematic literature review of applications in the construction industry in general in which journal articles were reviewed, analysed, and summarized. Through this method, the main challenges associated with AR were revealed and feasible solutions were suggested. Issues were found with 1) data collection; 2) modelling and alignment barriers; 3) hardware limitations; 4) tracking; and 5) managing data. This research examined an efficient solution to the problems of AR by proposing a framework for future implementation with main applications in the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Geographic Information Systems in Heath Care Services

2011 ◽  
pp. 212-235 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brian N. Hilton ◽  
Thomas A. Horon ◽  
Bengisu Tulu
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Geographic Information Systems ◽  
Strategic Planning ◽  
Design Research ◽  
Geographic Information ◽  
Management Control ◽  
Operational Control ◽  
Care Services

Geographic information systems (GIS) have numerous applications in human health. This chapter opens with a brief discussion of the three dimensions of decision-making in organizations — operational control, management control, and strategic planning. These dimensions are then discussed in terms of three case studies: a practice-improvement case study under operational control, a service-planning case study under management control, and a research case study under strategic planning. The discussion proceeds with an analysis of GIS contributions to three health care applications: medical/disability services (operational control/practice), emergency response (management control/planning), and infectious disease/SARS (strategic planning/research). The chapter concludes with a cross-case synthesis and discussion of how GIS could be integrated into health care management through Spatial Decision Support Systems and presents three keys issues to consider regarding the management of organizations: Data Integration for Operational Control, Planning Interorganizational Systems for Management Control, and Design Research for Strategic Planning.

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