Classification of VR interaction techniques, based on user intention

The number of different virtual reality (VR) systems and corresponding interaction techniques is quite manifold, today. For dedicated input devices, data types and application domains specific interaction techniques have been developed. Thereby a wide audience of researchers can benefit from using VR systems. A drawback is, that for non-VR specialists it is nearly impossible to get a clear overview and identify proper interaction techniques for their research questions. Therefore this article proposes a classification scheme for VR interaction techniques based on the users’ purpose. This will help non-VR specialist to identify VR systems and interaction techniques perfectly matching their demand. The classification will be used within the project VISIONAIR to bring together VR experts and external users.