In developing countries, many Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) collapse due to complex factors. Knowledge shortage and fragmented information are their key challenges as a result of obsolete technology and exposure. However, the Government of Uganda plans to establish nationwide knowledge service centres in its Vision 2035 [9]. Viable solutions are at stake for developing countries. However,...

The production value accomplished with virtual studio applications is becoming more attractive to the modern broadcasting studios. One of the drawbacks in today's virtual studio is the limitation of viewpoint. Virtual studios using multiple cameras can overcome the restriction of viewpoint. To efficiently deliver the continuous media(CM) from a studio to viewers, we must consider the heterogene...

This article discusses a research/teaching collaboration between Perkins+Will and the University of Cincinnati and a unique design studio that was initiated as part of this collaboration. The studio investigated the relationships between performance-driven design, computational design techniques, integration of analysis tools with the design process and digital fabrication for a building facade...

STUDIO-BASED LEARNING Studio-based learning has its origins in architectural design education and has been informed by a number of historic educational approaches. These include the Quincy system dating from the late 1800's, John Dewey’s work with the development of the Laboratory School in Chicago during the late 1800's, and the platoon system developed by William Wirt at the Horace Mann High ...

Virtual studio technology plays an important role for modern television productions. Blue-screen matting is a common technique for integrating real actors or moderators into computer generated sceneries. Augmented reality offers the possibility to mix real and virtual in a more general context. This article proposes a new technological approach for combining real studio content with computer-ge...

Considering the increasing demand for developing alternative construction materials, due to the growing environmental concerns, this paper discusses the feasibility of alkali activated geo-polymer concrete, as a future construction material. The main objective of this study involves observation of structural behaviours of the fresh fly ash-based geo-polymer concrete, understanding the basic mix...

In this paper, the concept of geo-referenced 3D map and its applications have been discussed. The major contribution is that it adopts geo-referenced images for various applications. Next generation 3D map, which is realistic, image-based, is able to provide 3D geometry measurements and various geo-location services. The methodology and development process has been introduced. Experiments for t...

This chapter discusses the implications of designing, perception, comprehension, communication and collaboration within the framework of an ‘Immersive Virtual Environment Design Studio’. It has been suggested that the unique properties of immersive virtual environments can empower designers to express, explore and convey their imagination more easily. For these reasons the very different nature...