jaemüügithekke
Jaemüügithekke is a Korean term that literally combines “jae” (여기면 “place” or “location”), “mügi” (a stylized phonetic rendering of “mega” indicating large scale), and the French word “thèque” (short for “bibliothèque”, meaning a repository or library). It denotes a virtual reality environment that functions as an extensive digital library and interactive learning hub. The concept was first publicly announced in 2021 by the Seoul‑based start‑up HyperNest, a company specializing in immersive educational technologies. Design teams at HyperNest collaborated with researchers from the Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology to develop a platform that uses cloud‑based rendering, AI‑driven contextual search, and multi‑sensory feedback to provide users with an experience that simulates physically navigating a library full of books, exhibits, and interactive exhibits.
During its beta phase, Jaemüügithekke was trialed at several universities for distance learning. Students reported increased