Spherical Panoramic Photo Shooting and Virtual Reality Demonstration of a Crime Scene

Bulgakov, Vladimir; Trushchenkov, Igor; Bulgakova, Elena

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-29750-3_17

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“…In recent years, researchers have started to utilise immersive technology to support crime scene investigation practices, particularly training. VR technologies provide opportunities for crime scene investigations that do not exist in the real world, as they can analyse the scene and measure its dimensions from sides and heights [20]. This expands the possibilities of acquiring more information about the scene under investigation [21].…”

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Seamless Crime Scene Reconstruction in Mixed Reality for Investigation Training: A Design and Evaluation Study

Albeedan,

Kolivand,

Hammady

et al. 2024

IEEE Trans. Learning Technol.

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Investigation training in the real crime scene is a critical component of forensic science education. However, bringing young investigators to real crime scenes is costly and faces significant challenges. Mixed Reality (MR) is one of the most evolving technologies that provide unlimited possibilities for practical activities in the education sector. This paper aims to propose and evaluate a novel design of an MR system using Microsoft HoloLens 2.0 and it is tailored to work in a spatial 3D scanned and reconstructed crime scene. The system was designed to be a costly-effective experience that helps young Kuwait police officers to enhance their investigation skills. The proposed system has been evaluated through system usability, user interaction and performance metrics quantitatively via 44 young police officers, and qualitatively using the Think-aloud protocols via a group of experts. Both groups showed positive levels of usability, user interaction and overall satisfaction with minimal negative feedback. Based on the positive feedback, the system will be taken into the commercialisation stage in the future. Despite the high cost of the MR device, it was stated by experts that the system is needed to be provided as an essential tool for crime scene education and investigation practices.

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confidence: 99%

Seamless Crime Scene Reconstruction in Mixed Reality for Investigation Training: A Design and Evaluation Study

Albeedan,

Kolivand,

Hammady

et al. 2024

IEEE Trans. Learning Technol.

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“…Through the utilisation of VR technology, researchers have been able to create simulations that offer an in-depth analysis of crime scenes, enabling them to assess and measure various dimensions and perspectives. This innovative approach opens up a plethora of opportunities to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the crime scene beyond what is possible in the physical world (Bulgakov et al 2019). As such, the implementation of VR technology in crime scene investigation has the potential to significantly enhance the acquisition of information and lead to more insightful conclusions (Jacobs 2004).…”

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Designing and evaluation of a mixed reality system for crime scene investigation training: a hybrid approach

Albeedan,

Kolivanda,

Hammady

2024

Virtual Reality

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Police investigation in real-life crime scenes is an essential aspect of forensic science education. However, the practicality of bringing young investigators to actual crime scenes is often hindered by the costs and challenges involved. In order to overcome these obstacles, new technologies such as mixed reality (MR) are being explored as potential solutions. MR technology offers an interactive and cost-effective way to simulate real-life crime scenes, providing a valuable training experience for young investigators. This paper presents a novel design of a MR system using Microsoft HoloLens 2.0, which is tailored to work in a spatial 3D scanned and reconstructed crime scene using FARO point cloud 3D scanner X130 blended with photogrammetry techniques. The system was developed through the lens of Experiential Learning Theory and designed using a participatory approach, providing a cost-effective solution to help trained Kuwaiti police officers enhance their investigative skills. In order to evaluate the system’s user experience and user interaction, the Questionnaire of User Interaction Satisfaction and User Experience Questionnaire were utilised. Forty-four young police officers evaluated the system. Police students showed positive levels of satisfaction with user interaction and overall user experience with minimal negative feedback. Female students showed higher satisfaction with the overall impression compared to male students. Based on the positive feedback regarding the system expansion, the system will be taken into the commercialisation stage in the future to be provided as an essential tool for crime scene education and investigation practices.

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“…Virtual Reality (VR) technologies offer unique opportunities for crime scene investigations that are not available in the real world. They allow for analysis of the scene and accurate measurements of its dimensions from various perspectives [5], thereby enhancing the amount of information that can be gathered during the investigation [6]. Immersive technology solutions have been developed specifically for crime scene training.…”

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Evaluating the Use of Mixed Reality in CSI Training Through the Integration of the Task-Technology Fit and Technology Acceptance Model

Albeedan,

Kolivand,

Hammady

2023

IEEE Access

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Despite the emerging literature on adopting Mixed Reality (MR) headsets in crime scene investigation (CSI) ¬, it is still debatable on how to employ these headsets and its application for training purposes in higher education and police academies. Hence, this research presents a novel hybrid theoretical framework that combines the Task-technology Fit (TTF) and Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) variables and the most prominent features of MR headsets-immersion, interactivity and mobility. The main objective is to explore young investigators' behavioural intention to adopt MR headsets and their applications for investigation training practices. To validate the developed model, a questionnaire survey was the primary method used to collect data from 160 police academy students using the partial least squares-structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) technique. The empirical results revealed that task technology fit has a positive impact on the perceived usefulness of MR headset applications and no significant positive impact on the perceived ease of use applications of MR devices. On the contrary, individual technology fit has a positive impact on the perceived ease of use and no significant positive effects were found regarding the perceived usefulness of investigation training purposes. Furthermore, the results indicated that the mobility of MR wearable devices positively influences the perceived ease of use and the perceived usefulness for crime scene practices. The study also addresses the theoretical contributions and practical implications of these outcomes.

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Spherical Panoramic Photo Shooting and Virtual Reality Demonstration of a Crime Scene

Cited by 5 publications

References 10 publications

Seamless Crime Scene Reconstruction in Mixed Reality for Investigation Training: A Design and Evaluation Study

Seamless Crime Scene Reconstruction in Mixed Reality for Investigation Training: A Design and Evaluation Study

Designing and evaluation of a mixed reality system for crime scene investigation training: a hybrid approach

Evaluating the Use of Mixed Reality in CSI Training Through the Integration of the Task-Technology Fit and Technology Acceptance Model

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