Grand Challenges in Immersive Technologies for Cultural Heritage

TL;DR

This paper systematically reviews 177 studies on immersive technologies in cultural heritage, analyzing applications, challenges, risks, and future research directions to guide researchers and practitioners in the field.

Contribution

It provides a comprehensive categorization and analysis of current immersive cultural heritage technologies, highlighting challenges and future research areas.

Findings

Identified key technological approaches and user devices used in immersive cultural heritage presentations.

Categorized main challenges and risks associated with immersive technologies in this domain.

Highlighted future research directions to advance immersive cultural heritage experiences.

Abstract

Cultural heritage, a testament to human history and civilization, has gained increasing recognition for its significance in preservation and dissemination. The integration of immersive technologies has transformed how cultural heritage is presented, enabling audiences to engage with it in more vivid, intuitive, and interactive ways. However, the adoption of these technologies also brings a range of challenges and potential risks. This paper presents a systematic review, with an in-depth analysis of 177 selected papers. We comprehensively examine and categorize current applications, technological approaches, and user devices in immersive cultural heritage presentations, while also highlighting the associated risks and challenges. Furthermore, we identify areas for future research in the immersive presentation of cultural heritage. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive reference for researchers and practitioners, enhancing understanding of the technological applications, risks, and challenges in this field, and encouraging further innovation and development.