Tag: Facilities & Equipment

Discover New Digital Experiences at i-Space

Step into the future with i-Space's cutting-edge VR and AR technologies. Experience the power of immersive headsets, intuitive trackers and more, and see how these innovative tools can revolutionise your digital projects. Visit the VR Experience Zone and VR Development Zone in the Digital Visualisation Room of i-Space at 4/F of the Library to begin your creative journey with these state-of-the-art digital tools.

Wireless Display in Group Rooms

The Library has introduced wireless display support in all group rooms and group viewing rooms, allowing you to effortlessly share content from laptops and mobile devices onto LED screens. This new, user-friendly feature enhances flexibility for seamless presentations and collaborative projects.

Sound Level Meters in the Quiet Study Areas

Our Library is launching an initiative to enhance the study atmosphere. Sound level meters have been installed in the quiet study areas at 5/F and 4/F South Wings, as well as in the 24-Hour Study Centre, to monitor noise levels. We invite all users to help create a pleasant study environment by being mindful of their noise levels.

Enrichment of Library Collection

Kickstart the new academic year with the latest resources of our collection! Explore the new Language Learning Essentials to enhance your language skills, and the Virtual Reference Collection to start your research with reliable sources. Stay informed about the latest topics and issues by exploring our comprehensive news sources and databases, and learn more about Chinese history and culture through our curated book exhibition.

New Well-Being Corner – Move Your Body, Refresh Your Mind

Look out for the newly launched Well-Being Corner at the Library, with resources like an exercise bike desk, fitness balls, a featured book display on wellness topics, and a colouring station to foster a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Amidst your studies, take a moment to unwind your mind and rejuvenate your body.

Digital Scholarship Services – Embracing Digital Transformation of Learning and Scholarly Research

The Library’s Digital scholarship services provide digital tools, support and resources for researchers and students to engage in innovative digital projects and to embrace digital transformation in their learning and scholarly research. These services are made possible through specialised software, high-performance PCs, equipment for digitisation service, self-service studios and Digital Visualisation Room at i-Space (4/F North Wing) and 3/F (North Wing), as well as collaboration in digital humanities projects.

Library Extension & Revitalisation (LER) Project – New Furniture Available

Looking for a study space which is devoid of unnecessary distractions? In addition to 1/F, 4/F and 5/F, semi-enclosed study carrels are now also available at G/F and 3/F South Wings of the Library.

Larger External Monitors Available for Your Laptop Computers

Want to have bigger screen for better visibility and more desktop space for multitasking? Try out the latest laptop-to-monitor connection service available at i-Space, 4/F North Wing of the Library now.

Introducing the PolyU Library Mobile App – Your Smart Library Companion

The PolyU Library Mobile App combines library services, facility booking, Indoor Positioning System (IPS) and mobile technologies to offer you a range of features that make your library visit, locating availability of seats and facilities, and room booking more convenient, productive, and enjoyable.

Expanding User-friendly Self-service Library Facilities

The Library has introduced different self-service facilities to enhance user experience, such as self-check stations/kiosks for borrowing and returning of books, AV materials, notebooks, tablets and other digital equipment, round-the clock automated book return station, laptop lockers and sterilisers for books and digital equipment, etc. With these self-service facilities, you can enjoy greater convenience and easier access to library collections and services.

Self-service Studios for Video/Sound Recording and Multimedia Production

With simplified and user-friendly setup, five new studios at 3/F North Wing including two One Button Studios, two Sound Recording Studios and one Multimedia Production Studio enable students and staff to produce video contents quickly and easily regardless of technological proficiency. These self-service studios have come into service since February 2023 and marked another milestone for the Library Extension and Revitalisation Project (LER).

Express Book Checkout Kiosk at 4/F South Wing

In an attempt to incorporate emerging technologies into the borrowing service, the Library has recently built an Express Book Checkout Kiosk with IoT to improve user experience during checkout. Come and try the Express Book Checkout Kiosk near the lift lobby area at 4/F South Wing! 

Survey Results: Mini-Survey on Library’s New 6/F

Let’s explore how our users perceived the new Library extension on 6/F!