Augmented reality (AR) is an amazing new technology that uses computer graphics to blur the line between what is real and that which is computer generated. Augmented reality mobile helps you add information and meaning to a real object or place. Augmented reality is a direct or indirect view of the physical real world environment. Such a technology can be implemented in many fields like education, military, games and education. Integrating this modern technology with other systems enhances the usability and functionality of the applications.

Advertising is one of the major users of AR.  Marketers promote their products through interactive augmented reality applications and by doing so they captivate the attention of a large number of viewers. One good example of this is the way in which Nissan showcased its new concept vehicle, Cube. Visitors were given a brochure which when held against a webcam showed many versions of the car. But there are even more interesting applications for AR. Complex tasks like assembly and maintenance can be made simple by putting additional information in the field of view. Mechanics wear AR glasses, face the open car bonnet, see a graphic overlay of the machinery superimposed on the actual one, and proceed to service the car in a simple step by step operation directed by a voice over.

Augmented reality applications have a major role in mobile and medical field also. Images of hidden objects that can be very effective for medical diagnosis or surgery can be viewed in a more detailed way with tools embedded with AR code that are inserted into the or placed  upon the body . Examples of these include a virtual X-ray based on real time images from ultrasound.  Augmented reality applications are also implemented in navigation devices. For the purpose of maintaining industrial plants building navigation can be enhanced. Outdoor navigation can be augmented for military applications. Augmented reality systems use tracking technologies like digital cameras, accelerometers and optical sensors.

Augmented reality applications for the military can relay pictures or blueprints from a satellite directly on to the soldier’s field of vision and map out the lay of the land including information on movement of enemy troops.  The other big use of augmented reality applications is in the video games industry. It gives the users the feeling that they are the actual characters in the game and that they are actually present in the race or field or whatever may be the gaming environment.