Virtual Reality Design in Reading User Experience: 3D Data Visualization with Interaction in Digital Publication Figures

Abstract

With computer technology rapidly growing in recent years, there is a significant trend that virtual reality technologies turn into the public. The paper found that VR has a high potential to improve reading efficiency. The research discussed various figures, which is the key element for data visualization in digital publications. Furthermore, the research analyzes the characteristic of VR. The research divides the data into three types: Static Data, Dynamic Data, and Interactive Data. The research designs the framework to transfer the data into VR platforms. In order to evaluate the performance efficiency of the framework, we conducted performance evaluations and a user study with 20 participants. Compared with traditional 2D figures, the experimental results show that the 3D framework can be used as an effective visual tool for reading on VR platforms. The paper indicates the possible future view based on the design study.