Drone Imaging for Invasive Species As part of a senior project, the VAR Lab explored how drone imaging could be used to support the identification and documentation of invasive species across outdoor environments. The project focused on using aerial imagery to view plant growth patterns, landscape changes, and areas of concern from perspectives that are
Lake Erie Lighthouse by VAR Lab on Sketchfab Lake Erie Lighthouse Scan The VAR Lab digitally captured the Lake Erie Land Lighthouse using a mixed-method 3D scanning workflow that combined drone-based imaging with FARO Focus S terrestrial laser scanning. Drone imaging helped document the lighthouse from elevated angles and capture the structure within its surrounding
Grape Vineyard Scan This project involved the large-scale 3D scanning of approximately 40 acres of grape vineyards (not shown) in association with the Penn State Grapevine Extension. The goal of the work was to create accurate terrain and surface data to help identify low-lying areas prone to water pooling and flooding. The survey combined drone-based photogrammetry for
Through a connection with Innovation Commons at Penn State Behrend, we had the opportunity to support Emily and her dad, Thad, in creating a more accessible solution for her custom footwear needs. Because Emily has a leg length difference, she requires custom shoes, which can be incredibly expensive to produce. Using the Space Spider structured
As part of her Fulbright research at the VAR Lab, Bibiana Mayer Steckel is leading a project focused on understanding brain activity during immersive virtual reality experiences. Together with Dr. Christopher R. Shelton, in collaboration with Dr. Erica Edwards, and with the support of Maya Alhasan, the team is investigating best practices for EEG data
The other day our director Christopher R. Shelton and student researcher Remington Orange used an Artec Eva structured light scanner to 3D scan the replica of the Liberty Bell in the Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center (AMIC). This was a project with Jon Young at University Park as part of their research exploring frequencies based
The VAR Lab is proud to introduce our new Immersive Project for Penn State Behrend's 75th anniversary! This project provides people with various immersive ways to experience Penn State Behrend and it's history! We also have more content and an interactive AR Smartphone app (Echoes of HistERIE), coming Fall 2024. Visit the page here!
