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MRCIAC: A Mixed Reality Conversational Intelligent Agent Companion in Cars for Supporting Travel Experience

Jiamin, Liu (2023) MRCIAC: A Mixed Reality Conversational Intelligent Agent Companion in Cars for Supporting Travel Experience. Masters thesis, OCAD University.

Item Type: Thesis
Creators: Jiamin, Liu
Abstract:

This thesis investigates how a Mixed Reality Conversational Intelligent Agent Companion in Cars (MRCIAC) can enhance the travel experience of individuals in unfamiliar cities by addressing four main problems: difficulty finding popular locations, lack of a travel buddy, complex in-car human-machine interaction, and neglecting passenger experience. The research approach includes three methodologies: Research Through Design (RTD), Prototype Iteration, and Descriptive Design Evaluation. The study creates and evaluates three types of prototypes, including mobile applications, Virtual Reality (VR) and Mixed Reality (MR), to demonstrate the potential of mixed reality intelligent agents to revolutionize human-computer interaction in transportation and improve the travel experience. The outcomes of this research demonstrate the potential of MRCIAC to provide a companion for the owner and passengers on a trip. It is hoped that further research in this area will lead to exciting new developments and improvements in transportation.

Date: 4 May 2023
Uncontrolled Keywords: Companion and Intelligence, Mixed Reality, Augmented Reality, Natural Language Processing, In-vehicle Applications, Design Thinking, Prototype Iteration, Descriptive Design Evaluation, Cognitive Load, Distraction Reduction, User-vehicle Relationship, Human-computer Interaction.
Divisions: Graduate Studies > Digital Futures
Date Deposited: 04 May 2023 17:52
Last Modified: 04 May 2023 17:52
URI: https://openresearch.ocadu.ca/id/eprint/4036

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