Tutorial: Getting Started with Augmented Reality | FME Realize

Introduction

Augmented Reality (AR) enhances how we interact with the world by layering digital content, like text, images, or 3D objects, onto our real-time surroundings. Whether viewed through a smartphone, tablet, or AR glasses, these experiences are made possible by AR browser apps that blend virtual information seamlessly with the physical environment. This series explores the potential of AR technology, how it works, and the FME products that bring it to life.

FME Realize is an app for iOS mobile devices that can be downloaded from the iOS App Store. It is powered by a data format called .fmear. The app comes pre-installed with demos to start exploring AR today. To create your own AR scenes, see the articles listed below to get started. 

Articles

Creating and Exploring AR Scenes of City Infrastructure | FME Realize

In this tutorial series, learn how to create 3D Augmented Reality (AR) models representing city infrastructure from a small 2D GIS dataset and how to experience them using the FME Realize app.

Defining Data Transformation for 3D Augmented Reality (AR) Models

Using FME Form, learn how to transform a typical 2D GIS dataset consisting of points and lines into an AR model. 

Creating an FME Flow AR App

Next, using the AR model workspace, create an FME Flow AR App that is accessible on iOS devices with FME Realize.

Using FME Realize (FME AR Mobile App)

Finally, visualize the AR model in the real world and learn to place, adjust, and explore it using the FME Realize app.

Introduction to Connected Experiences in FME Realize

Learn how to customize and extend FME Realize by connecting and interacting with external tools, databases, and services. We call these extensions Сonnected Experiences or simply Experiences.

Placing 3D Models in the Real World (or Near You): A Guide to Location, Landmarks, and Accuracy in FME Realize

Learn how to position an AR model in the real world by using real-world coordinates from an internal GPS or external GNSS receiver, loading around your location, or by manually selecting a location.