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17 February 2012 Tangible display systems: bringing virtual surfaces into the real world
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Proceedings Volume 8291, Human Vision and Electronic Imaging XVII; 82910E (2012) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.916452
Event: IS&T/SPIE Electronic Imaging, 2012, Burlingame, California, United States
Abstract
We are developing tangible display systems that enable natural interaction with virtual surfaces. Tangible display systems are based on modern mobile devices that incorporate electronic image displays, graphics hardware, tracking systems, and digital cameras. Custom software allows the orientation of a device and the position of the observer to be tracked in real-time. Using this information, realistic images of surfaces with complex textures and material properties illuminated by environment-mapped lighting, can be rendered to the screen at interactive rates. Tilting or moving in front of the device produces realistic changes in surface lighting and material appearance. In this way, tangible displays allow virtual surfaces to be observed and manipulated as naturally as real ones, with the added benefit that surface geometry and material properties can be modified in real-time. We demonstrate the utility of tangible display systems in four application areas: material appearance research; computer-aided appearance design; enhanced access to digital library and museum collections; and new tools for digital artists.
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James A. Ferwerda "Tangible display systems: bringing virtual surfaces into the real world", Proc. SPIE 8291, Human Vision and Electronic Imaging XVII, 82910E (17 February 2012); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.916452
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KEYWORDS
Visualization

Displays

Light sources and illumination

Computing systems

Neodymium

Digital imaging

Cameras

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