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Augmented Reality Trends and Popularity in Libraries: A Systematic Review

Ranavagol S, Kiran, Yallappa Kamble, Laxmi, Shankargouda Patil, Somanagouda and ., Nijaguna Augmented Reality Trends and Popularity in Libraries: A Systematic Review. DESIDOC Journal of Library & Information Technology, 2025, vol. 45, n. 01, pp. 74-81. [Journal article (Paginated)]

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This study examines recent advances in Augmented Reality (AR)-based library services and the challenges of their implementation. Using the PRISMA method, scholarly publications from EBSCO, IEEE Xplore, Emerald, Taylor & Francis, and Google Scholar were analysed. Findings indicate that AR enhances access to information resources, supports maritime education, and improves user learning through interactive and remote engagement. However, barriers such as limited integrated applications and insufficient technological infrastructure remain. Despite its growing potential, research on AR adoption and strategic implementation in libraries is still limited.

Item type:	Journal article (Paginated)
Keywords:	Augmented reality (AR); Virtual reality (VR); Trends; ICT; Libraries; Systematic review
Subjects:	L. Information technology and library technology
Depositing user:	Laxmi Yallappa Kamble
Date deposited:	02 Dec 2025 05:05
Last modified:	02 Dec 2025 05:05
URI:	http://hdl.handle.net/10760/47389

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