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Visual Computing

Visual Computing is engaged in the generation, processing and analysis of digital images. By combining computer graphics and computer vision in applied research we develop innovative solutions in the field of augmented reality, virtual reality and interactive information visualization.

Competences

Visual Computing combines skills in image processing and computer graphics to leverage the technologies of image-based analysis, geometric modeling, as well as virtual and augmented reality in novel application scenarios within applied research projects.

Current research topics

Mobile AR & AR Cloud

User-generated AR Content

Quality Assurance & Testing of AR Apps

mHealth & Visualization of Medical Data

Projects

Previous research projects

  • VR-based Surgical Simulation of Knee Arthroscopy
    VR-based training of surgical operations supporting minimal invasive hysteroscopy and arthroscopy. Partners: Virtamed AG; Vision Lab, ETHZ; Hospital Balgrist. Funding 2001-2013 by SNF & KTI

Team

Associate Experts

Dr. Helmut Grabner, ZHAW IDP: Computer Vision and Machine Learning

Peter Hug, ZHAW ZPP: 3D CAD & Virtual Reality

Dr. Reto Knaack, ZHAW MSE: Virtual Reality & Education