Abstract: In an approach to selecting a real world object for display in an augmented reality view using a laser signal, one or more computer processors determine a real world environment being viewed in an augmented reality view. The one or more computer processors recognize a laser light signature signal originating from an object in the real world environment. The one or more computer processors receive a selection of the object, based, at least in part, on the recognized laser light signature signal. The one or more computer processors display the selected object in the augmented reality view.

Abstract: A time and attendance system and method are provided for monitoring employees at remote worksites such as construction sites. The system comprises one or more portable recording apparatuses. Each of these portable recording apparatuses includes means for identifying its geographical location, a keypad for the employees' entry of an ID upon clocking into or out of a worksite and a digital camera for capturing a visual image of the employees upon each such event. The recording apparatus captures and stores these data on a local database in association with the employees' IDs. The recording apparatus periodically establishes contact, over the Internet or another network, with a central computer to transmit the stored information, including the recording apparatus's geographical location, to the central computer. The central computer stores reference visual images for the employees.