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Collaborative platform for sharing 3D models and stories of scientific apparatus, open for annotation and exploration. Based on photographs of experimental apparatus. Sharing scientific heritage to unlock creative value for future.

Let's share our scientific heritage to unlock our creative potential for the future! An experimental apparatus is a key element in scientific research. Both historical experiments and modern designs are a valuable heritage. Once these objects are shared, they become useful resources, stimulating creativity of people around the world. And now it's possible to share experimental apparatus during a coffee break!

What does ResearchX3D.com do?

• Based on user uploaded photographs of scientific apparatus from their labs, university corridors, and office shelves...

• ...we create 3D models explorable by anyone in web browser.

ResearchX3D.com then allows one to enhance the impact of our scientific heritage and accumulates knowledge on apparatus:

• 3D labeling of objects with markers and arrows in 3D space is easily done through our online editor. Annotations can be accompanied with textual, graphical and/or audio descriptions;

• Groups of labels make stories about the objects. Users can find stories based on their knowledge level. The full user spectrum is covered: from primary school and high school teaching, through university-level detailed descriptions, to advanced discussions on apparatus design for PhD/research level. ResearchX3D and selected stories are available in 25 languages.

• Everyone can ask a question. Both questions and answers use 3D labels for "point-and-tell" descriptions. The best answers are upvoted by the users;

• Objects can be seen in augmented reality, allowing everyone to see experimental apparatus on their desk;

• All functionalities work through the web interface (no installation, platform independent), allowing easy sharing of objects and stories by sending links to colleagues and friends.

ResearchX3D.com platform aims to

• Preserve object models of scientific and technical heritage;
• Record design descriptions by researchers to safeguard design ideas and tricks for the future;
• Present the scientific heritage in a way that inspires and expands creative thinking in audiences across the spectrum, from teaching to research level; and
• Democratize access to experimental apparatus design, by taking something previously accessible only to a lucky few and sharing it with the whole world.

For 10 min  introduction video see: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZDBc406JmY

For 5 min extract just on platform see: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZDBc406JmY&t=368s

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