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AR - Generic Smart Campus Navigation System

Abstract of Student Registration Project – Annual project two teams
Project Name: Generic Smart Campus Navigation System

Name of supervisor: Mr. Eran Katsav
Project Overview:
Building on the success of the AR-Smart Navigation Campus project from last year, this new initiative aims to develop a Generic Smart Campus Navigation System for Android. The previous project, which successfully implemented augmented reality (AR) navigation across the HIT campus, serves as the foundation. The new project will create a system that not only supports existing campus maps like HIT but also allows administrators to define and set up navigation for entirely new campuses.
Project Goals:
- Generic Campus Creation: Develop a flexible system enabling the creation of new campus navigation solutions. Administrators can upload custom maps, define points of interest, and set up campus-specific navigation.
- User-Friendly Interface: Ensure a seamless experience where users can either log into a pre-defined campus (e.g., HIT) or create a new one with a simple admin interface.
- AR-Based Navigation: Continue leveraging AR technology to provide intuitive, real-time navigation within various campus environments.
- Multimedia Integration: Enable the addition of newsletters, event updates, and other campus-specific content within the app.
- Cloud Capabilities: Utilize Firebase for backend services, ensuring scalability, data management, and real-time updates.



Development Plan:
Semester A:
- Define system architecture and specifications based on the HIT app.
- Explore advanced Kotlin features, Firebase, and Android Studio for enhanced functionality.
- Start building the admin interface for new campus setup.
- Implement basic features such as map upload, point-of-interest definition, and AR integration.
Semester B:
- Finalize the admin interface and user authentication system.
- Complete integration of Firebase for data management.
- Conduct testing across multiple campus setups, gather feedback, and refine the system.
- Prepare comprehensive documentation, including user manuals and developer guides.
Team Structure:
- Team 1: Focus on Backend Development (Firebase integration, cloud functionalities, and data management).
- Team 2: Focus on Frontend and AR Development (User interface, AR navigation, and multimedia integration).
Technologies and Tools:
- Android Studio with Kotlin
- Firebase for cloud capabilities
- ARcore for augmented reality
- Google Maps API for location services
- Git for version control
Expected Outcomes:
By the end of this project, students will deliver a versatile and scalable Android application that can be customized for any academic campus, enhancing navigation and user experience through advanced AR features.
AR - Generic Smart Campus Navigation System

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