StreetLab

Overview

StreetLab contains a 180° horizontal field-of-view (FOV) visual projection system that will immerse observers within realistic, high resolution Virtual Environments (VEs). LED projectors are used to display a seamless image on the walls surrounding the observer and also on the floor. Observers will be able to move through the VE by walking on a stationary treadmill, or by manoeuvring a manual or powered wheelchair. As the observer moves, the projected visual information will be coupled to their movements in real time. The screen for StreetLab is custom built with an anechoic lining to dampen sound reverberations from the equipment and/or the surround sound system. While the VE will be customizable for each research project, we currently have developed an extremely high resolution, virtual rendering of the city block surrounding Toronto Rehab; even down to the level of cracks in the sidewalks! (see images below). This VE includes intelligent vehicles and pedestrians that interact with the user and adjustable traffic signal timing. A realistic 3D soundscape is integrated with the visual model.

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