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3D Convergence 2010
It’s
Raining
3D!
3D is on fire. The 3D movie Avatar is
sweeping 2D movies with a broom, and
many fans already await the next 3D
movie such as Alice in Wonderland. This
is the era where 3D has proven to be the
focal point of Hollywood. Korea is
launching 3D television programs this
year and industries are also gearing up for
the 3D era including medical, advertisement,
and construction.
3D advertisements will soon conquer
the air, and museums are envisioning exhibits
in 3D. Cyber construction engineering
and management is already happening.
By constructing a building in virtual
space, will result in a more accurate and
satisfying experience than ever before. 3D
endoscope, 3D Computed Tomography is
on way into the medical field for better patient
care and this is all the beginning of
the 3D movement.
"When 3D technology tops the previous
business or traditional industry, it becomes
a whole new industry. This is the 3D convergence
industry or business," defined by
President Kim Eun-soo of KICS.
Creation of a new higher-value added
industry is the 3D Convergence. At the
'3D Convergence 2010' Forum on February
11, 3D masters from industries, institutes,
and research centers will garner together at
the Seoul, Press Center. At the forum
there will be many subjects to discuss such
as "how to develop and expand the 3D
convergence industry?"
It is an urgent matter to set a strategy to
compete in the global 3D content market.
Since 3D movies and broadcasting content
are in the hot zone, a spotlight goes to
the promotion of business. The current 3D
technology can also bring a revolution to
the performing arts industry. In theater art,
virtual performance can be given in the
open air by recording the previous play.
The high image quality makes the characters
look like real characters performing on
the stage. The problem here, once again, is
not how to apply 3D technology into the
traditional industries, but how is Korea going
to be noted as the top competitor in the
global market.
Core Technology
The '3D Convergence 2010' forum is a
big party of 3D researchers. This means
that the forum will discuss heavily on the
subject of core technology. How will we
develop core technology and to process
patents? How to expand it further to an international
standardization?
Hologram
The current 3D technology is the sparrow
type, which hurts the viewer if seen
for a long period of time. The only solution
to this problem is the hologram.
Korea is in the process of developing hologram
technology. Hologram TV and technology
will soon be commercialized. The
forum will discuss on the note of dividing
roles in order to dominate the future 3D
market in advance with the next generation
technology.
iPoint 3D
Safety Guidelines
'3D Convergence 2010' Forum is expected
to emphasize the necessity of safety
guidelines. How to prevent dizziness for
viewers, how to accommodate viewers
with less stress, and other safety guidelines
will be discussed.
Evaluation and Verification
It is obvious that more 3D content will
shower the movie and broadcasting industry,
but where are the standards for broadcasting
equipment? Evaluation and verification
standards or even a certification
process will be suggested at the forum.
From IT Strength Country to
3D Strength Country
Korea's strength lies in IT and with the
highly competitive display technology.
The 3D era is just around the corner, and
the best government policy is needed.
Many voices will suggest ideas to penetrate
the 3D global market." Just like a
World EXPO, some annual events like a
3D Festival will be ideal," added President
Kim Eun-soo of KICS.
The fire is on, and 3D is cooking. What
spices would '3D Convergence 2010'
bring?
Chun Go-eun /clairbear@koreaittimes.com
20 KOREA IT TIMES | February 2010