Google Glass

What is Google Glass?Google Glass is a type of wearable technology with an optical head-

mounted display (OHMD). It was developed by Google with the mission of producing a mass-

market ubiquitous computer.

 Google Glass displays information in a smartphone-like hands-free format.

What lead to the invention of Google Glass?

Project Glass is a research and development program by Google for Optical Head Mounted display (OHMD).

The intended purpose of Google Glass would be the hands free displaying of information currently available to most smartphone users.

Optical Head Mounted Display(OHMD) wearable display that has the capability of reflecting projected images as

well as allowing the user to see through it.

Performance Parameter Ability to show stereoscopic image A binocular HMD has the potential to display a different

image to each eye. This can be used to show stereoscopic images. 

Binocular overlap measures the area that is common to both eyes. Binocular overlap is the basis for the sense of depth and stereo, allowing humans to sense which objects are near and which objects are far. The larger the binocular overlap offered by an HMD, the greater the sense of stereo.

Field of View(FOV) Humans have an FOV of around 180°, but most HMDs offer considerably less than this. Typically, a greater field of view results in a greater sense of immersion and better situational awareness.

Inter-pupillary Distance (IPD) This is the distance between the two eyes, measured at the pupils, and is important in designing Head-Mounted Displays.

On-board processing and operating system Some HMD vendors offer on-board operating systems such as Android, allowing applications to run locally on the HMD. These are sometimes referred to as Smart Goggles.

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Technical Specifications

SPECIFICATIONSAlso Known as : Project Glass.

Developer : Google.Manufacturer : Foxconn.Type : Optical Head-Mounted Display(OHMD),Wearable Technology.Release Date : February 2013.Price : Explorer version:$1500 USD.OS : Android 4.4.2CPU : Dual core.

SPECIFICATIONSMemory : 2GB RAM.

Storage : 16 GB Flash Total(12 GB usable).Display : 640x360 px.Input : Voice command through microphone, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor.Controller Input : Touchpad, MyGlass phone app.Camera : Video 720p, photos 5MP.Connectivity : Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro USB.Weight : 43 gramWebsite : google.com/glass

How Google Glass Works?

Voice Activation

Other than the touchpad, Google Glass can be controlled using "voice actions". 

To activate Glass, wearers tilt their heads 30° upward (which can be altered for preference) or tap the touchpad, and say "O.K., Glass."

Take a picture Record a video Get directions Send a message Phone calls Google+ hangouts Google Playing games

What can it do?Basic Commands

“OK Glass”“take a picture”“record a video”“get directions to…”“send a message to…”“make a call to…”“make a video call to…”“take a note with…”

Various App-List

Technology Used

Wearable Computer Smart Clothing Augmented Reality Eye Tap Technology Ambient Intelligence 4G Technology Android Technology

WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY

Wearable computers, also known as body-borne

computers or wearables which are miniature

electronic devices that are worn by the bearer

under, with or on top of clothing.

Developed for general purpose, for giving a hands

free environment.

SMART CLOTHING TECHNOLOGY

IT IS A COMBINATION OF NEW FABRIC TECHNOLOGY AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY.

THE CLOTHING IS MADE WITH NEW SIGNAL-TRANSFER FABRIC TECHNOLOGY INSTALLED WITH DIGITAL DEVICES.

Augmented Reality Augmented Reality is a type of virtual reality

that aims to duplicate the world's

environment in a computer.

Generates a composite view for the user

that is the combination of the real scene

viewed by the user and a virtual scene

generated by the computer.

Eye Tap Technology◦EyeTap is a device that is worn in front of the eye that acts as an eye to record the scene available to the eye as well as display.

◦Intakes the world around it and augments the image the user sees allowing it to overlay with computer generated images.

Ambient Intelligence

Ambient intelligence (AmI) refers to electronic environments that are sensitive and responsive to the presence of people.

Ambient intelligence is a vision on the future of consumer electronics for the time frame 2010–2020.

4G Technology

4G, short for fourth generation, is the fourth generation of mobile telecommunications technology, succeeding 3G and preceding 5G.

ANDROID

Android is a Linux based operating system developed by Google.

an open-source operating system used for smartphones and tablet computers.

Google Glass proved to be the most useful gadget in Health care and Medical field.

Improved RoundsBeth Israel Medical Center developed a custom information retrieval system that lets doctor scan a QR code on the wall of each room to call up patient information

Improved Visibility In the tight space of surgical procedure, sharing prospective from multiple viewing angles will improve real-time visibility and ofer recorded playback for future use.

Procedure AnalysisAllows clinicians to review emergency triage and operating procedures for training and self-assessment.

TrainingTrains amateur through a procedure via direct point of view.

Case Study

In December 2013, Medopad, a London, UK based mobile health solution provider, announced the first wearable health record and had an official showcase of the technology at the CeBIT conference in March 2014.With the Medopad application for Glass, doctors can access patient records, check live patient vitals, collaborate by sharing what they are viewing in with up to 5 other doctors and record video or take pictures.

In August 2014, Google Glass was also used at Wexner Medical Center at Ohio State University. Surgeon Dr. Christopher Kaeding used Google Glass to consult with a colleague in a distant part of Columbus, Ohio. A group of students at The Ohio State University College of Medicine also observed the operation on their laptop computers.

Autism Related Application Autism Speaks announced that neuroscientist Ned Sahin would begin beta testing Google Glass software for children with autism in 2015.

He is developing the empowered Brain application suite, software that is reported to feature personalized language coaching, emotional training, and positive behavior assistance.

Advantages of Google Glass Glass is sleek, light and easily wearable and you would not require

keeping it on and off your pockets, like mobile phones.

No Bluetooth or camera needed when Glass is on, it’ll do all for you.

Glass will provide you detailed information and satisfactory results on your queries.

Make phone calls, sms, emails though Google Glass, no smartphone required.

Keep your calendar events , information , contacts updated on the Glass.

Easier navigation and maps will be provided through Glass.

Disadvantages of Google Glass

Chances are there to drop yourself down in the road while reading a text or email since you can’t get your eyes off it.

Glass might give you a ‘nerdy’ look that might create clumsiness among people.

No public privacy concern so the worry of leaking out information still remains.

Can be easily broken or damaged. Users will have a tough time taking care of it.

Journalism

Jose Vega began a web project called "VOA & Google Glass" which explores the technology's potential uses in journalism. This series of news stories examines the technology's live reporting applications, including conducting interviews and covering stories from the reporter's point of view.

 The University of Southern California will conduct a course called "Glass Journalism," which will explore the device's application in journalism.

Criticism

The glass is criticised for a variety of reasons:

• Concerns have been raised by various sources regarding the intrusion of privacy, and the etiquette and ethics of using the device in public and recording people without their permission.

• We’re not fully aware that what effect it would have on our eyes and brain. So that’s what people are concerned about.

Conclusion

ByDebmalya

KunduKrishnendu

GuptaJoydeep Porel

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