Introduction to Virtual Book Flipping
Virtual Book Flipping, also known as Interactive Book Flipping, Air Book Flipping, Virtual Book, or Sensor-Controlled Book Flipping, is essentially
designed in the shape of an open book. It can store a wide variety of content such as text, animations, videos, and images, all of which can be preserved permanently.
The principle of virtual book flipping
It adopts infrared sensing technology to capture visitors' movements, which are then transmitted to a computer for processing.
The application software installed in the computer drives multimedia animations to simulate the book-turning effect based on the captured signals.
Components of the Virtual Book Flipping System
Part I: Signal Acquisition
This stage involves capturing user input for interaction. The capture devices include infrared sensors, video cameras, and thermal imaging cameras.
Part II: Signal Processing
This module analyzes the real-time captured data and interfaces the generated output with the virtual scene system.
Part III: Imaging & Display
It uses projectors or other display devices to present images at specific locations. In addition to projectors, display devices such as plasma displays, liquid crystal displays (LCDs),
and LED screens can all serve as carriers for interactive images.
Part IV: Auxiliary Equipment
Examples include transmission cables, installation components, audio devices, and other related equipment.
Composition of Virtual Book-Flipping Equipment
Equipment Composition of the Virtual Book-Flipping System: Computer Host, Projector, Book-Flipping Gesture Recognizer, Photoelectric Sensor,
Buttons, Speakers, Book Model, Projector Ceiling Mount, VGA Signal Cables, Power Sockets, etc.
Implementation Methods of Virtual Book-Flipping1. Projector Method: When the lighting conditions at the venue permit, it is recommended to prioritize the use of the projector method.2. LCD TV Method: When the light in venues such as exhibition halls is too bright, which will affect the effect of the projector's projected image, this method can be adopted.
Virtual Book-Flipping Dimensions
| Display screen size parameters |
| 15" |
308×228 |
32" |
658×402 |
| 17" |
338×268 |
42" |
850×533 |
| 19" |
378×298 |
43" |
948×539 |
| A21.5" |
475×268 |
46" |
1028×582 |
| 22" |
475×298 |
47" |
1047×590 |
| 23.6" |
524×297 |
50" |
1100×626 |
| 27" |
507×346 |
55" |
1218×688 |
Price for Virtual Book-Flipping
1. Hardware
Projector: BenQ Projector MX620ST, 3000 lumens RMB6800-22000/pc.
Projector Ceiling Mount: Customized Metal Mount RMB300-1000/pc.
Book Model: Customized book model 800*800, RMB4200-6000/pc.
Infrared Capture System: Infrared Camera, Capture Card, RMB8000-12000/㎡.
Main Control Unit: I3/4G/500G, RMB3800-4500/㎡.
Cables: VGA Cable, Network Cable, Adapter; RMB1000-2500/㎡.
2. Software
Electronic book-flipping software: Customized Virtual Book-Flipping Software RMB8000-12000/set.
Curved Surface Correction Software: Customized Curved Surface Correction Software RMB4000-6000/set.
Digital Content Production: Produced according to Buyer's requirements; Buyer shall provide the materials. 40 pages for RMB8000-12000/set.
Classification of Virtual Book-Flipping Display
1. Airborne Book-Flipping: This display form appears illusory to visitors. As it utilizes projection technology to project book content into the air,
this presentation method is innovative for visitors and is mainly applied in exhibition venues such as museums and memorial halls.
2. Electronic Book-Flipping: It mainly consists of electronic devices and projection technology. Unlike airborne book-flipping, which floats in the air,
it has a physical book model with content projected by a projector. When a person makes a page-flipping gesture, a crisp sound is produced, just like reading an ordinary book.
The operation method of virtual book flipping
1. The projector projects the image onto the book model, allowing the audience to see the book in an open state.
2. Through two infrared sensing buttons, the audience can select the desired content, which will then be projected by the projector.
3. When the audience stands in front of the book model and makes a waving gesture, the infrared book-flipping sensor detects the waving direction,
and the computer controls the book to turn pages-either forward or backward.
Features of Virtual Book-Flipping:
1. The overall design is concise with a strong modern sense.
2. No exposed cameras, sensors, or other components, featuring a realistic book effect.
3. One-click switching between two or more books (customization required) is achievable.
4. Equipped with a one-click power button for convenient maintenance.
5. Chapter buttons can be set according to the content, enabling quick access to interested sections.
6. One-click return to the homepage; or the system will automatically return to the homepage when no page-flipping is detected for a period.
Advantages of Virtual Book-Flipping:
1. Comprehensive and rich in content
The virtual flip-book system presents comprehensive and diverse content information. It not only allows for the addition of text and images,
but also enables the insertion of animations and videos for playback. This innovation breaks away from the traditional reading mode
and significantly enhances people's interest in reading.
2. Innovative Display Method
The system features an extremely innovative display method, offering an authentic book-flipping experience with corresponding sounds,
making it highly engaging. Importantly, it also boasts user-friendly functions. For example, visitors can interact with the virtual book through
body movements, the system automatically returns to the homepage when unattended, and it includes a bookmark function,
all of which facilitate visitors' reading experience.
3. Freely Replaceable Content
Leveraging sensor technology, the virtual book-flipping system truly realizes the virtual page-turning effect. It stores abundant knowledge
and allows for free content replacement, ensuring great convenience. In addition, the included information far exceeds that of ordinary books,
significantly saving exhibition space with relatively low costs.
Installation requirements for Virtual Book-Flipping
Taking the use of projector imaging equipment as an example, the equipment in Part 1 and Part 3 shall be installed under the ceiling (suspended installation in some locations).
During installation, ensure sufficient space is reserved—generally, 0.3 to 0.5 cubic meters is adequate. The installation location must provide good ventilation
and heat dissipation conditions. The equipment in Part 2 shall be installed in a dedicated equipment room.
Virtual book-flipping installation environment
Regarding the installation environment, the virtual book-flipping system has certain requirements for on-site lighting.
It should not be installed in overly bright venues; otherwise, the projected image will be unclear due to the impact of on-site lighting.
Distinctions Between Electronic and Virtual Book-Flipping1. Difference in Medium: The distinction between virtual book-flipping and electronic book-flipping lies in their different media, hence the different names.
Electronic book-flipping relies on physical devices, while virtual book-flipping can be either virtual or physical. Simply put, electronic book-flipping can be
regarded as another display type of virtual book-flipping.2. Difference in Applications: The touchscreen page-turning system of electronic book-flipping is not easily damaged, allowing it to be placed in high-traffic areas.
Therefore, the two differ in their applications. Virtual book-flipping is suitable for venues such as museums, science and technology museums, corporate exhibition
halls, science popularization museums, memorial halls, libraries, and art galleries. In contrast, electronic book-flipping can also be applied in central shopping malls,
chain hypermarkets, brand flagship stores, animation cities, entertainment centers, cinemas, nightclubs, airports, subway stations, railway stations, large-scale
celebrations, trade fairs, exhibitions, product promotion meetings, and schools. It is evident that electronic book-flipping has a wider range of applications.
Virtual Book-Flipping Applications
1. Government agency market application interfaces
2. Financial and telecommunications service institutions
3. Colleges, universities and educational institutions
4. Newspaper and periodical distribution departments
5. Museums, science and technology museums, exhibition halls, school history museums, art galleries and libraries
6. Conference centers and exhibition centers
7. Wedding photography studios, auto showrooms and corporate image displays.
