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High-speed switchable lens enables the development of a volumetric stereoscopic display

Love, Gordon D.; Hoffman, David M.; Hands, Philip J.W.; Gao, James; Kirby, Andrew K.; Banks, Martin S.

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Authors

Gordon D. Love

David M. Hoffman

Philip J.W. Hands

James Gao

Andrew K. Kirby

Martin S. Banks



Abstract

Stereoscopic displays present different images to the two eyes and thereby create a compelling three-dimensional (3D) sensation. They are being developed for numerous applications including cinema, television, virtual prototyping, and medical imaging. However, stereoscopic displays cause perceptual distortions, performance decrements, and visual fatigue. These problems occur because some of the presented depth cues (i.e., perspective and binocular disparity) specify the intended 3D scene while focus cues (blur and accommodation) specify the fixed distance of the display itself. We have developed a stereoscopic display that circumvents these problems. It consists of a fast switchable lens synchronized to the display such that focus cues are nearly correct. The system has great potential for both basic vision research and display applications.

Citation

Love, G. D., Hoffman, D. M., Hands, P. J., Gao, J., Kirby, A. K., & Banks, M. S. (2009). High-speed switchable lens enables the development of a volumetric stereoscopic display. Optics Express, 17(18), 15716-15725. https://doi.org/10.1364/oe.17.015716

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Aug 17, 2009
Online Publication Date Aug 20, 2009
Publication Date Aug 31, 2009
Deposit Date Nov 15, 2011
Publicly Available Date Mar 29, 2024
Journal Optics Express
Publisher Optica
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 17
Issue 18
Pages 15716-15725
DOI https://doi.org/10.1364/oe.17.015716

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© 2009 The Optical Society. This paper was published in Optics express and is made available as an electronic reprint with the permission of OSA. The paper can be found at the following URL on the OSA website: https://doi.org/10.1364/OE.17.015716. Systematic or multiple reproduction or distribution to multiple locations via electronic or other means is prohibited and is subject to penalties under law.





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