Armagh Planetarium AR vs ARC Space

The AOP Experiences app will provide users the opportunity to explore the surface of The Moon from the point of view of an Astronaut, finding out facts about the Apollo landings and surrounding planets. Users will also be able to explore our Solar System and known Universe along with a number of other features along the Astro Park trail, including the launching of the Saturn 5 rocket. The Armagh Planetarium AR app makes use of Apple's advanced ARKit technologies, providing users with a marker based (or image based) Augmented experience. To use the app, simply locate one of the trigger images clearly identified within the app, and point your camera at the image to begin your experience. Follow the onscreen directions for ease of use. The app is targeted at people of any age, young explorers motivated to explore our Universe, or those whom may have an interest in Space and Astronomy and even those who are simply interested I immersive technologies and experiences. This app only works at the Armagh Planetarium in Ireland co. Antrim and is intended for those able to visit the site.

*** ARC SPACE APP IS COMPATIBLE WITH AUGMENTED CLASSROOM ONLY ARC Space app engages students to explore the Solar System, Rocket Building and Outer Space in an interactive way through 3D visualization. The App's content allows students to immerse themselves in the learning experience of our galaxy and bring space travel to life through a unique digital experience. ARC Space is one of the Augmented Classroom Apps. It helps educators facilitate interactive and engaging lessons to students in class or remotely in a multi-user Augmented Reality environment. Students can interact with pre-designed content and participate in single-user or collaborative activities. Subject: Engineering, Space Exploration, Astronomy, STEM Strands covered: space, planet Earth, space & rocket engineering ARC Space contents include: - Earth & Space - Engineering design and basics of construction - Solar System exploration and simulated trips - Space rocket assembling/ interactive puzzle - Space missions to different planets - Structures and mechanisms - many individual and team challenges to deepen and strengthen the subject understanding, and much more... "