Modeling the behavior of deformable virtual objects has important applications in computer graphics. There are two prevalent approaches for modeling deformable objects, an active one by deforming existing virtual models and a passive one by capturing the geometry and motion of real objects. This thesis explores the problem of modeling and acquisition of objects undergoing deformations, and prop...

The idea of interiority is manifested in various forms, emerging through subjective modes engaging with space and place, personal experiences, ways seeing. Simultaneously, also physical entities that act as traces inhabitation. This issue Interiority presents a collection inquiries attempt to capture the different everyday contexts using inquiry representational media. They demonstrate how coul...

In this paper we present recent changes to the original design of the Beatbug, an electronic percussion controller for capturing and manipulating struck rhythm patterns. We discuss the context of this interface, the evolution of its form and function, and recent developments in the design. In our description of this work we highlight key issues, such as the motivation to create a controller mor...

A general interface element is developed for dynamic response analysis of structures with jointed interfaces, which can account for damping due to both impact and friction. Contact effects are included through a segment-to-segment contact model which considers the stick-slip-slap behavior at every point along the joint interface. A nonlinear friction law is adopted at the interface to describe ...

The realization of ubicomp (ubiquitous computing) is one of the most prospective challenges for computer science in this century. Although many hardware and software technologies for ubicomp have developed so far, yet many challenges still remain unsolved especially in the field of HCI (Human Computer Interaction). This talk introduces the speaker's practical approaches of user interfaces for u...