Embodied Virtual Reality Experience in Cultural Heritage Preservation: Interaction and Engagement in Traditional Hong Kong Porcelain Art

Abstract

This study examines the role of embodied virtual reality experiences in presenting and appreciating Hong Kong's traditional porcelain art through advanced CAVE systems. Building upon existing research in computational approaches to cultural heritage preservation, this research investigates the relationship between embodiment and engagement mechanisms and the digital preservation of traditional craftsmanship. The study introduces a novel framework integrating motion-captured technology, haptic feedback systems, and spatially-aware interaction within an immersive virtual environment. By implementing real-time location and motion recognition, and force-feedback algorithms, the systems present a novel experience of traditional porcelain painting. The study demonstrates how embodied VR experiences can bridge the gap between digital preservation and artistic practice, offering new pathways for transmitting intangible cultural heritage.

Keywords: Virtual Reality, Immersive CAVE System, Embodiment, Cultural Heritage Digitization, Interaction Design, Porcelain Craftsmanship

DOI: 10.54941/ahfe1006754