Extended reality (XR) blends the physical and virtual worlds with digital overlays that interact in real-time with real-life objects. XR is an umbrella term that includes Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR); each technology differs in the level of interaction between the virtual and real worlds. Although there are barriers to mass adoption, XR is considered one of the key technologies shaping up the future of healthcare: from the operating room to medical classrooms, from rehabilitation to mental health; for this reason it is an important topic to explore to understand the challenges and future opportunities. The Course will cover the fundamental concepts of XR and will provide a comprehensive outlook and analysis of extended reality technologies and emerging key issues. It will analyze different scenarios, solutions, and new approaches in the healthcare field.

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Definition of key terms and concepts including Mixed-reality, Augmented reality and Virtual reality. historical perspective • Overview of hardware devices and underlying technologies (sensors, displays, haptic devices for interaction with virtual objects, surfaces, and materials) • Overview of major Platforms and Authoring Tools • Key applications in healthcare o Exercise and sport o Rehabilitation o Surgery o Dentistry o healthcare education and training

Mixed mode

Written report presentation

P.D.1-1 - November

- 13/11/2024 from 16.00 to 17.00: Introduction to Extended Reality. Current and future market. The general architecture of an xR system. Human vision system. Introduction to xR visualization devices, Part 1 - room Clarke DET Department - 13/11/2024 from 17.00 to 19.00: Introduction to Extended Reality. Current and future market. The general architecture of an xR system. Human vision system. Introduction to xR visualization devices, Part 2 - room Clarke DET Department - 15/11/2024 from 11.00 to 13.00: XR in Urology - 15/11/2024 from 14.00 to 16.00: XR in Thoracic surgery - 25/11/2024 from 9.30 to 11.30: XR visualization devices: characteristics and limits. Technological limitations in medical applications. Standard. Demonstration of two AR devices. - 26/11/2024 from 14.30 to 17.30: Architecture of AR-based biofeedback systems, Part 1 - 02/12/2024 from 11.30 to 13.00: Architecture of AR-based biofeedback systems, Part 2 - 03/12/2024 from 9.30 to 11.30: VR for the study of postural control - 03/12/2024 from 11.30 to 12.30: VR for the study of postural control - 09/12/2024 from 15.00 to 17.00: XR in Maxillofacial Surgery - 16/12/2024 from 10.00 to 11.30: XR in dentistry