Virtual reality(VR)has been widely used in various manufacturing industries,and VR-based virtual manufacturing has received significant attention in the current intelligent manufacturing era.Digital human models(DHMs)...Virtual reality(VR)has been widely used in various manufacturing industries,and VR-based virtual manufacturing has received significant attention in the current intelligent manufacturing era.Digital human models(DHMs)are essential for virtual manufacturing applications.Additionally,researching new applications of DHMs has developed into an important academic research field.This paper aims to identify the applications and research trends of DHMs in the manufacturing industry and to provide a reference for the continued development of virtual manufacturing and DHMs.We selected a total of 49 related articles from a large number of articles published between 2014 and 2019.The applications of DHMs in the manufacturing industry are analyzed from different perspectives and various relevant technical limitations are discussed.The results indicate that the applications of DHMs differ significantly between different types of fields.The automotive industry is the main application field for DHMs,and assembly/maintenance simulations and evaluations are the main application types.Additionally,there are still some limitations in the establishment of virtual environments,motion control,and DHM evaluation that should be addressed.Finally,research trends in the application of DHMs are illustrated and discussed,including the planning and assessment of human-robot collaboration systems,the combination of DHMs and augmented reality,and improved motion planning for DHMs.In summary,the application of DHMs can improve the realism and effectiveness of virtual manufacturing,and DHMs will be more widely and deeply studied and applied in various manufacturing industries in the near future.展开更多
The integration of metaverse technologies within the academic sphere is redefining the landscape of digital humanities research and education.This study examines the current state and future prospects of metaverse dig...The integration of metaverse technologies within the academic sphere is redefining the landscape of digital humanities research and education.This study examines the current state and future prospects of metaverse digital humanities laboratories in higher education institutions,highlighting their importance and the challenges they face.The research underscores the significance of these laboratories in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration,enhancing educational experiences,and promoting cultural preservation through digital means.The metaverse digital humanities laboratories are seen as crucial platforms for innovation,providing immersive environments that facilitate the application of advanced digital tools in humanities research.The study identifies key challenges,including the need for robust hardware infrastructure,the complexity of technology integration,data management concerns,and the necessity for ethical frameworks that address privacy and intellectual property rights.It also emphasizes the importance of user experience,interdisciplinary collaboration,and the development of a comprehensive talent cultivation system that aligns with the digital humanities.Strategies for the construction and development of these laboratories are proposed,such as accelerating metaverse infrastructure development,promoting the transformation of traditional digital humanities laboratories,and establishing mechanisms for data protection and resource sharing.The research also calls for the enhancement of user experiences through personalized services and the cultivation of talent through interdisciplinary educational programs.In conclusion,the metaverse digital humanities laboratories represent a strategic frontier in academic innovation,offering transformative potential for research and education in the humanities.The study provides a roadmap for the development of these laboratories,suggesting a comprehensive approach that addresses technological,pedagogical,ethical,and financial challenges,and emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and interdisciplinary collaboration in realizing their full potential.展开更多
Background Anatomy is a required course for all medicine-related industries.In recent decades,the teaching quality and effect of anatomy have been compromised by factors including a decrease in human body specimens,da...Background Anatomy is a required course for all medicine-related industries.In recent decades,the teaching quality and effect of anatomy have been compromised by factors including a decrease in human body specimens,dampened enthusiasm for the discipline,reduced teaching hours of anatomy,scale expansion of medical education,and obstacles in performing field autopsies and observations.Methods Based on China's digitalized visible human research achievements,this article extracts the boundary information of anatomic structures from tomographic images,constructs three dimensional(3D)digital anatomical models with authentic texture information,and develops an anatomy assistive teaching system for teachers and students based on the knowledge points of anatomy,to meet the anatomy teaching requirements of different majors at various levels.Results This scientific,complete,and holistic system has produced over 60003D digital anatomical models,5000 anatomy knowledge points,50 anatomical operation videos,and 150 micro demonstration classes,with teaching contents for different majors and levels,such as systematic anatomy,topographic anatomy,sectional anatomy,anatomy of motion,and virtual anatomical operation table.Ranging from network terminals,desktops,touchscreen 3D displays,desktops,and projection 3D volumetric displays to augmented reality,its diversified interactive forms meet the requirements for a learning environment in different settings.Conclusions With multiple teaching and learning links covered,such as teaching environment,teaching resources,instructional slides,autonomous learning,and learning effect evaluation,this novel teaching system serves as a vital component and a necessary resource in anatomy teaching and functions as an important supplement to traditional anatomy teaching.Applied and promoted in most medical colleges and schools in China,this system has been recognized and approved by anatomy teachers and students,and plays a positive role in guaranteeing the effect and quality of anatomy teaching.展开更多
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(51475291).
文摘Virtual reality(VR)has been widely used in various manufacturing industries,and VR-based virtual manufacturing has received significant attention in the current intelligent manufacturing era.Digital human models(DHMs)are essential for virtual manufacturing applications.Additionally,researching new applications of DHMs has developed into an important academic research field.This paper aims to identify the applications and research trends of DHMs in the manufacturing industry and to provide a reference for the continued development of virtual manufacturing and DHMs.We selected a total of 49 related articles from a large number of articles published between 2014 and 2019.The applications of DHMs in the manufacturing industry are analyzed from different perspectives and various relevant technical limitations are discussed.The results indicate that the applications of DHMs differ significantly between different types of fields.The automotive industry is the main application field for DHMs,and assembly/maintenance simulations and evaluations are the main application types.Additionally,there are still some limitations in the establishment of virtual environments,motion control,and DHM evaluation that should be addressed.Finally,research trends in the application of DHMs are illustrated and discussed,including the planning and assessment of human-robot collaboration systems,the combination of DHMs and augmented reality,and improved motion planning for DHMs.In summary,the application of DHMs can improve the realism and effectiveness of virtual manufacturing,and DHMs will be more widely and deeply studied and applied in various manufacturing industries in the near future.
文摘The integration of metaverse technologies within the academic sphere is redefining the landscape of digital humanities research and education.This study examines the current state and future prospects of metaverse digital humanities laboratories in higher education institutions,highlighting their importance and the challenges they face.The research underscores the significance of these laboratories in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration,enhancing educational experiences,and promoting cultural preservation through digital means.The metaverse digital humanities laboratories are seen as crucial platforms for innovation,providing immersive environments that facilitate the application of advanced digital tools in humanities research.The study identifies key challenges,including the need for robust hardware infrastructure,the complexity of technology integration,data management concerns,and the necessity for ethical frameworks that address privacy and intellectual property rights.It also emphasizes the importance of user experience,interdisciplinary collaboration,and the development of a comprehensive talent cultivation system that aligns with the digital humanities.Strategies for the construction and development of these laboratories are proposed,such as accelerating metaverse infrastructure development,promoting the transformation of traditional digital humanities laboratories,and establishing mechanisms for data protection and resource sharing.The research also calls for the enhancement of user experiences through personalized services and the cultivation of talent through interdisciplinary educational programs.In conclusion,the metaverse digital humanities laboratories represent a strategic frontier in academic innovation,offering transformative potential for research and education in the humanities.The study provides a roadmap for the development of these laboratories,suggesting a comprehensive approach that addresses technological,pedagogical,ethical,and financial challenges,and emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and interdisciplinary collaboration in realizing their full potential.
基金Major Science and Technology Special Project of Shandong Province(Emerging Industry)(2015ZDXX0201A02)Key R&D Plan of Shandong Province in 2019(2019JZZY020106).
文摘Background Anatomy is a required course for all medicine-related industries.In recent decades,the teaching quality and effect of anatomy have been compromised by factors including a decrease in human body specimens,dampened enthusiasm for the discipline,reduced teaching hours of anatomy,scale expansion of medical education,and obstacles in performing field autopsies and observations.Methods Based on China's digitalized visible human research achievements,this article extracts the boundary information of anatomic structures from tomographic images,constructs three dimensional(3D)digital anatomical models with authentic texture information,and develops an anatomy assistive teaching system for teachers and students based on the knowledge points of anatomy,to meet the anatomy teaching requirements of different majors at various levels.Results This scientific,complete,and holistic system has produced over 60003D digital anatomical models,5000 anatomy knowledge points,50 anatomical operation videos,and 150 micro demonstration classes,with teaching contents for different majors and levels,such as systematic anatomy,topographic anatomy,sectional anatomy,anatomy of motion,and virtual anatomical operation table.Ranging from network terminals,desktops,touchscreen 3D displays,desktops,and projection 3D volumetric displays to augmented reality,its diversified interactive forms meet the requirements for a learning environment in different settings.Conclusions With multiple teaching and learning links covered,such as teaching environment,teaching resources,instructional slides,autonomous learning,and learning effect evaluation,this novel teaching system serves as a vital component and a necessary resource in anatomy teaching and functions as an important supplement to traditional anatomy teaching.Applied and promoted in most medical colleges and schools in China,this system has been recognized and approved by anatomy teachers and students,and plays a positive role in guaranteeing the effect and quality of anatomy teaching.
