Soft objects are often desired in applications such as virtual surgery training. Soft object simulations are computationally intensive because object deformation involves numerically solving a large number of differential equations. However, realistic force feedback requires deformation be computed fast and graphic feedback requires deformation be highly detailed. In this paper, we propose an a...

As spring-like leg behaviour in human running was observed in a number of studies [1] the spring loaded inverted pendulum (SLIP) model was initially proposed as a template model for running and hopping [2]. Based on the model behaviour a number of predictions were made concerning the ability to reproduce dynamics of walking gaits [3], stability measures and stabilisation strategies [4] as well ...

In this paper we analyse static properties of mass spring models (MSMs) with the focus modelling non crystalline materials, and explore basic improvements, which can be made to MSMs disordered point placement. Presented techniques address problem high variance MSM occur due randomised nature distribution. The is placed on tuning parameters in a way would compensate for local non-uniformity dens...

[1] A three-dimensional chemical transport model is utilized to study the transport out of the Antarctic polar vortex during the southern hemisphere spring. On average, over five consecutive years between 1993 and 1997, horizontal transport out of the vortex into the midlatitude stratosphere is smaller than vertical transport into the troposphere. However, there is significant interannual varia...

Virtual surgery simulators are an emerging training method for medical specialists. A number of techniques have previously been proposed for simulating tissue for these simulators, one of which is the mass-spring model. This paper aims to improve upon the perceived realism of virtual simulator systems by redesigning the underlying physics algorithms so that accurate simulations with full and sm...

The Wilberforce pendulum provides an important qualitative demonstration of coupled harmonic oscillators, but quantitative measurements are not typically performed. The present work examines the dynamics of a simple pendulum comprising a steel spring with attached mass using an ultrasonic motion detector. A series of measurements allowed determination of the coupling constant between the longit...

The spring-loaded inverted pendulum (SLIP) is a simple, passivelyelastic two-degree-of-freedom model for legged locomotion that describes the center-of-mass dynamics of many animal species and some legged robots. Conventionally, SLIP models employ a single support leg during stance and, while they can exhibit stable steady gaits when motions are confined to the sagittal plane, threedimensional ...