I would like to build a device...

The Edison can handle a standard webcam - you may not need the arduino, unless your diagram is indicating the Edison arduino interface.

Alright, so with some of your input and suggestions Ive drawn up an initial diagram. Let me know what you think and what I may be missing, I appreciate all input.

This is an interesting kickstarter. Its good to know that the necessary software for this type of platform can run on consumer smart devices.

I saw several companies at CES 2017 showing low cost goggles that converted a phone and its camera into an AR/VR experience.

Check out ZapBox for an entry level version ...

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/713418541/zapbox-experience-mixed-reality-for-just-30?ref=discovery

Thank you very much for the article, there are lots of helpful bits.

This article could provide some inspiration about processing power needed: https://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/using-intel-realsense-technology-in-combination-with-the-intel-edison-developm…

If Bluetooth bandwidth is not sufficient, WiFi is an option.

Thank you for your reply James! In regards to your first question; If the headset has an on board processor, then the link to the computer would be used for recording video. Id like to develop a virtual target practice demo utilizing a motion tracker, similar to how the Nintendo 3DS AR games function. I think a good starting point would be to have the PC monitor the headset's output.

For connectivity between devices, as I mentioned initially I am not terribly familiar with the tech that I would need to use. If Bluetooth doesn't necessarily have the bandwidth, what would some other options be?

So far, it looks like Ill need an FPV headset, an arduino/evaluation board, gps functionalitiy and an accelerometer, and some type of wireless connectivity to a computer. Thanks for the input I look forward to working with more community members to make this project tangible!

Hi there! And welcome to Element 14. Your project does indeed seem fairly complicated, but as with lots of electronic projects, if you cut it up into small pieces, it becomes easier.

So, here is my way of seeing things. The headset will require a processor to handle all of this; you can try prototyping with a Raspberry Pi, or some other evaluation board with an on-board processor. Don't worry about size, later on this can be fixed.One question I have is about the link between the headset and the computer. What exactly do you have in mind? Is the PC a source of information, or is it the device that will generate the video? Bluetooth is an excellent way of linking devices, but it doesn't have the bandwidth necessary for video data (especially Bluetooth LE and derivates). Which means that if the PC provides information and not video, then the information must be processed on the headset (hence the processor). As for triangulation, a GPS will indeed tell you where you are, but only that. Car navigation systems can tell which direction you are facing only because they know where you were a few seconds ago, so a simple calculation is made. To know where you are, you need a GPS, but to know which way you are facing, then you will indeed need an accelerometer/compass.

Remember, the hardest part is having an idea, the rest is somewhat easier. Plus, there are lots of very qualified members here who can help out!