The Google Earth tabletop is a part of Edward Tse's PhD research termed 'Multimodal Co-located Interaction'. The digital surface aims to allow people to do natural interactions while surfing through three-dimensional images on the table or walls, play games and do a lot more inventive things.
The table display ensures rich satellite imagery coupled with gesture input and multi-user interaction. The technology can prove highly beneficial to defense services, hospital emergency services and gaming industry.
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