Chapter 14: XR in Smart Cities, Transportation, and Urban Planning
Abstract : Extended Reality (XR), an umbrella term for Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) , is transforming smart cities, transportation, and urban planning by providing immersive simulation, visualization, and training tools. XR in Urban Planning and Smart Cities XR technologies are fundamentally changing how urban environments are designed, managed, and experienced by allowing planners and citizens to "step into" future projects. Immersive Visualization: Planners can create detailed 3D models of proposed developments, urban infrastructure (like underground utilities or new subway stations), and historical buildings, which stakeholders can explore using VR headsets or AR on smartphones. This provides a much more intuitive understanding of scale and design than traditional blueprints. Citizen Engagement: XR fosters a more participatory and inclusive planning process. Virtual town halls and AR visualizations of...