GST[AR] Hack 1.0.13

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Description

GST[AR] allows you to browse, download, view, and share geological models in augmented reality.

Browse

Browse through available models and their features to find a nice selection to present in AR. Models are retrieved from running instances of GST Web. Don’t worry, there are default sources added already, so you can get started right away. Hint: If you see a „Visit“ button near a section of models, you can tap it to learn more about the institution that provides these models for you! When you select a model, you will find a list of features waiting for you. Make your selection and off you go to the AR view.

View

As soon as the features are downloaded, you will be able to place them on any horizontal surface in AR. Use gestures or sliders to rotate and scale your model. Tap on individual parts to learn about their name or use the legend to even highlight individual features. Superelevation is available via sliders as well!

Share

When you have placed a feature selection in AR, you get the option to share your session with others! Use the share button to let other peers join your session, synchronize your worlds and you will be looking at the same model in no time. Changes to the model rotation, scale and location will be synced automatically between all peers in the session. Hold down on a model to place your marker to point towards the feature of interest or highlight a certain feature via the legend for all other peers.

Settings and customization

Customize your experience by changing a couple of settings. In the settings menu, you will have the possibility to change aspects of scaling, how high the models float above the surface or even enable such cool features like "people occlusion" that make your AR scene even more immersive! Furthermore, if you want to access models from a GST Web instance that is not present in the app, you have the possibility to add endpoints of your own.

Version history

1.0.13

2023-09-28

We have fixed some small visual glitches. Stay tuned for exciting news that will come soon!

1.0.12

2023-09-20

We have updated the app to run flawlessly on iOS 17 and made some under the hood improvements for the future. We hope you enjoy exploring models with GST[AR]!

1.0.11

2023-05-25

We improved some things under the hood!

1.0.10

2023-04-05

The app is now fully compatible with the newly released GST 3.11!

1.0.8

2022-11-28

Minor changes and improvements. We hope you enjoy GST[AR]!

1.0.7

2022-04-22

This update fixes an issue with the endpoint library where it would not accurately show changes made on the backend. Furthermore we have updated endpoint details to work with our new version of GST Web. Should you have an endpoint that is not working anymore after an update of GST Web, try removing and re-adding it via the library or manually add it again. Old versions of GST Web are still supported. Just make sure to use the old details when entering an endpoint manually.

1.0.6

2022-03-28

In this version we have added a small library of interesting public endpoints. This allows you to easily add and discover new sources of exciting geological models without having to type in all the details manually. This library can be found in the settings menu when you start to edit your current list of endpoints.

Furthermore we have squished some bugs and improved the performance of the app, especially in the menu. And if you are amongst the first to adopt the new and shiny version of GST Web, the app should be ready for you as well. Only minor adjustments to your endpoint should be necessary.

1.0.5

2021-10-15

We have updated the app to work perfectly with iOS 15.

1.0.4

2021-05-12

A couple of small bugs have been fixed.

1.0.3

2021-01-21

A bug has been fixed that could cause an endpoint to be added continuously on app start.

1.0.2

2020-11-24

Models

- We have added a new endpoint that shows you a detailed model of the Ore Mountains in Saxony/Germany. Tap "Visit" to learn more about the model, its creation, and the science behind it.
- We have added a preloaded model that is the perfect way to get familiar with the app! This simple model doesn't need to be loaded via an internet connection and is perfect for trying out all of the app's functions.

General

- It is now possible to download and run this app on iPad! We didn't want to hold this back from you any longer, but be wary, there might be some rough edges :)
- There are now individual reset buttons for endpoints and for general app settings. To add an endpoint, you now have to tap on "edit" first.

1.0.1

2020-10-30

Fixed an issue that would prevent certain endpoints from being parsed correctly.

1.0

2020-10-24