Interface and Interactivity in Virtual Tours: A Study at the Ipiranga Museum

• Calíope Corrêa de Araújo UFPE http://orcid.org/0009-0009-6626-9161
• Jonathan Trancozo da Silva Pesquisador Independente https://orcid.org/0009-0002-4656-8163
• João Marcelo X. N. Teixeira UFPE https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7180-512X

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/latinoware.2024.245714

Abstract

This paper presents the development and implementation of a digital tool for creating virtual tours, applied to the Ipiranga Museum in São Paulo. The proposed solution uses opensource technologies such as JavaScript, Node.js, and A-frame.js to offer an immersive and interactive experience through an intuitive interface. The tool enables the insertion of 360º images, configuration of hotspots, and integration of audio tracks, allowing for dynamic navigation of the museum's environments. Additionally, it incorporates real-time communication features via Networked A-frame, fostering social interactions among visitors during the virtual tour. The implementation aims to democratize access to the museum's collection, overcoming physical barriers and enhancing the digital preservation of cultural heritage. This methodology can be replicated for other museums and cultural institutions, contributing to the innovation and expansion of cultural heritage digitization.

Keywords: Virtual Tour, Virtual Museum, A-frame, JavaScript, WebVR

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