Abstract
In this paper, we present a comprehensive survey of the metaverse, envisioned as a transformative dimension of next-generation Internet technologies. This study not only outlines the structural components of our survey but also makes a substantial scientific contribution by elucidating the foundational concepts underlying the emergence of the metaverse. We analyze its architecture by defining key characteristics and requirements, thereby illuminating the nascent reality set to revolutionize digital interactions. Our analysis emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts in developing metaverse standards, thereby fostering a unified understanding among industry stakeholders, organizations, and regulatory bodies. We extend our scrutiny to critical technologies integral to the metaverse, including interactive experiences, communication technologies, ubiquitous computing, digital twins, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity measures. For each technological domain, we rigorously assess current contributions, principal techniques, and representative use cases, providing a nuanced perspective on their potential impacts. Furthermore, we delve into the metaverse's diverse applications across education, healthcare, business, social interactions, industrial sectors, defense, and mission-critical operations, highlighting its extensive utility. Each application is thoroughly analyzed, demonstrating its value and addressing associated challenges. The survey concludes with an overview of persistent challenges and future directions, offering insights into essential considerations and strategies necessary to harness the full potential of the metaverse. Through this detailed investigation, our goal is to articulate the scientific contributions of this survey paper, transcending a mere structural overview to highlight the transformative implications of the metaverse.
Abstract (translated)
在本文中，我们对元宇宙进行了全面的调查，将其视为下一代互联网技术的变革性维度。本研究不仅概述了我们的调查结构，而且通过阐明元宇宙出现的基础概念，对科学做出了重大贡献。我们通过定义关键特征和要求来分析其架构，从而阐明元宇宙的萌芽现实，为数字互动的变革奠定基础。我们强调开发元宇宙标准的过程中需要合作努力，从而促进产业利益相关者、组织和监管机构之间的统一理解。我们将目光投向元宇宙关键技术的扩展，包括交互体验、通信技术、普适计算、数字孪生、人工智能和安全措施。对于每个技术领域，我们严格评估其现有贡献、主要技术和代表性的使用案例，提供对这些潜在影响的深入视角。此外，我们深入研究了元宇宙在教育、医疗、商业、社交互动、工业部门、国防和任务关键操作等各个领域的广泛应用，突出其应用价值。每个应用都被深入分析，证明其价值并解决相关挑战。调查结论概述了持续的挑战和未来的方向，为充分利用元宇宙提供了重要见解。通过这一详尽的调查，我们的目标是阐述本调查报告的科学贡献，超越简单的结构概述，突出元宇宙的变革性影响。
URL
https://arxiv.org/abs/2405.04718
