AUGMENTED REALITY IN CAMPUS INDOOR NAVIGATION: CURRENT TRENDS, CHALLENGES AND FUTURE PROSPECTS

Abstract

Indoor navigation is a vital component in developing smart campuses, especially within large university environments. Despite various technologies being available, their adoption remains limited due to usability issues and lack of integration with campus systems. This study conducts a systematic literature review (SLR) guided by the PRISMA framework to analyze research published between 2020 and 2025 across Scopus, IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar. Out of 152 initial records, 32 studies met the inclusion criteria. The synthesis identifies four major themes: (i) AR usability and user experience, (ii) integration with campus management systems, (iii) accessibility and inclusivity, and (iv) implementation challenges. Findings indicate that Augmented Reality Indoor Mapping (ARIM) improves navigation accuracy, engagement, and accessibility when integrated with real-time campus data. However, infrastructure costs and data privacy remain key barriers. The review concludes that ARIM can enhance student experience and operational efficiency, supporting the vision of a connected smart campus ecosystem.