Holographic map first appealed to us as a solution to less exiting aspects of 2D maps. Though their usefulness cannot be argued, there is little interest to be found in those maps. Holograms, on the other hand, have a better time attracting the attention of the human eye. Moreover, they allow us to perceive it as a 3D representation of a particular place or setting.  As a result, we thought it would be a good idea to utilize this technology to base our map upon.

 At first, we found several ways of implementing holograms into our map project. Among all of them, we chose to use a pyramidal holographic projector. We also decided to use processing as the visual programming platform for our map. Finally, we chose to use an IPad mini as the display for our map. Lastly, we used an Arduino and a potentiometer for controlling the device.

The first step in creating this holographic experience involves the use of Processing, a programming platform that allows us to generate shapes and images through coding. While it is running, the program is connected to an Arduino which is, in turn, connected to a potentiometer. The potentiometer is used to allow a certain control on the holographic map, such as how much of the map is revealed. As the shapes and images are generated on the computer screen, it is mirrored to an iPad screen. Finally, a holographic projector is placed on the screen of the iPad in order to achieve the holographic experience.