Design and Evaluation of a Universal Digital Heritage Framework for Foshan Lion Dance Based on Embodied Cognition Theory

Abstract

This research consisted of 3 research objectives. They were to 1) investigate a general framework for the digital and dynamic inheritance of Foshan Lion Dance based on embodied cognition theory, 2) compile a manual of digital design specifications for Foshan Lion Dance, and 3) promote the digital dissemination and living inheritance of lion dance culture by building a systematic, interactive digital experience. This research applied a combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods with the aim of systematically promoting the cultural pedigree and digital living expression mechanisms of the Foshan Lion Dance. These two approaches were complementary, forming a continuous research loop from cultural investigation to user-centered validation. The rationale for selecting research methods was structured around the following three stages: cultural foundation exploration, application in digital design, and user perception validation. The final results indicated that the AIGC modules effectively recreated authentic Foshan Lion Dance environments, demonstrating that maintaining a user distance between 2.5 and 4 meters significantly enhanced motion capture accuracy. Additionally, innovative approaches such as incorporating visual depth and integrating Foshan Lion Dance elements enhance immersion and realism, thereby elevating the quality of the interactive experience. These techniques more accurately capture the dynamic movements and spatial interactions inherent to Foshan Lion Dance, emphasizing the relevance of spatial and visual factors in optimizing virtual performance simulations.