Extended Reality and Internet of Things for Hyper-Connected Metaverse Environments

TL;DR

This paper proposes an Extended Metaverse framework that enhances the integration of virtual and physical environments, aiming to create more seamless, immersive, and interconnected experiences in future smart environments.

Contribution

It introduces an early theoretical and practical framework for integrating virtual and physical smart environments within the Metaverse.

Findings

Proposes a novel Extended Metaverse framework

Demonstrates increased interoperability between virtual and physical agents

Lays groundwork for future connected and immersive environments

Abstract

The Metaverse encompasses technologies related to the internet, virtual and augmented reality, and other domains toward smart interfaces that are hyper-connected, immersive, and engaging. However, Metaverse applications face inherent disconnects between virtual and physical components and interfaces. This work explores how an Extended Metaverse framework can be used to increase the seamless integration of interoperable agents between virtual and physical environments. It contributes an early theory and practice toward the synthesis of virtual and physical smart environments anticipating future designs and their potential for connected experiences.