[6] This consisted of a computer controlled laserdisc based system designed by British-based engineer Colin Johnson.
It is a little-known fact that one of the first users of virtual heritage was Queen Elizabeth II, when she officially opened the visitor centre in June 1994.
[7] One technology that is frequently employed in virtual heritage applications is augmented reality (AR), which is used to provide on-site reconstructions of archaeological sites[8] or artefacts.
[9] Using HMD technology, users walking the streets of Basel can see cultured AR video characters and objects as well as oddly-shaped stencils.
[12] There have been numerous applications of digital models being used to engage the public and encourage involvement in built heritage activities and discourse.