FaunAR - XR app : Rhino voxelizing

sketchfab

One of the pressing concerns today revolves around the alarming rate at which animals are facing extinction. The challenge lies in conveying just how swift, comprehensive, and irreparable this process truly is to a public that often struggles to grasp its significance. Most people fail to comprehend the intricate link between pollution and the dwindling numbers of endangered species. Abstract statistics can be notoriously difficult to connect with emotions, making it a struggle to raise awareness about this critical issue. Fortunately, there are innovative ways to make a tangible impact. In an app gallery dedicated to wildlife conservation, users can scan images of animals or select one from a list, and a remarkably lifelike 3D model will instantly materialize in Augmented Reality (AR). When tapped, the realistic model seamlessly transitions into a voxelized representation of the same animal. The degree of voxelization is cleverly tied to real-time data on the population of that species - the lower the population, the fewer voxels are displayed. Interactive pop-ups offer users valuable insights into each animal's current status and the pressing reasons behind its declining numbers. This immersive experience effectively bridges the gap between abstract statistics and emotional connection, making it a powerful tool for sparking awareness about this critical issue.