A Computational Model of Non-Visual Spatial Learning

2010 ◽  
pp. 226-248
Author(s):  
Kanubhai K. Patel ◽  
Sanjay Kumar Vij
Keyword(s):  
Computational Model ◽  
Computer Science ◽  
Spatial Learning ◽  
Behavioral Science ◽  
Assistive Technologies ◽  
Virtual Learning Environment ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Visual Spatial ◽  
Human Computer Interfaces ◽  
Locomotion Interface

A computational model of non-visual spatial learning through virtual learning environment (VLE) is presented in this chapter. The inspiration has come from Landmark-Route-Survey (LRS) theory (Siegel & White, 1975), the most accepted theory of spatial learning. An attempt has been made to combine the findings and methods from several disciplines including cognitive psychology, behavioral science and computer science (specifically virtual reality (VR) technology). The study of influencing factors on spatial learning and the potential of using cognitive maps in the modeling of spatial learning are described. Motivation to use VLE and its characteristics are also described briefly. Different types of locomotion interface to VLE with their constraints and benefits are discussed briefly. The authors believe that by incorporating perspectives from cognitive and experimental psychology to computer science, this chapter will appeal to a wide range of audience - particularly computer engineers concerned with assistive technologies; professionals interested in virtual environments, including computer engineers, architect, city-planner, cartographer, high-tech artists, and mobility trainer; and psychologists involved in the study of spatial cognition, cognitive behaviour, and human-computer interfaces.

Spatial Knowledge Communication to Visually Challenged People

2011 ◽  
pp. 193-223
Author(s):  
Kanubhai K. Patel ◽  
Sanjay Kumar Vij
Keyword(s):  
Computer Science ◽  
Spatial Learning ◽  
Behavioral Science ◽  
Spatial Knowledge ◽  
Assistive Technologies ◽  
Virtual Learning Environment ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Human Computer Interfaces ◽  
Visually Challenged ◽  
Locomotion Interface

A computational model of non-visual spatial learning through virtual learning environment (VLE) is presented in this chapter. The inspiration has come from Landmark-Route-Survey (LRS) theory, the most accepted theory of spatial learning. An attempt has been made to combine the findings and methods from several disciplines including cognitive psychology, behavioral science and computer science (specifically virtual reality (VR) technology). The study of influencing factors on spatial learning and the potential of using cognitive maps in the modeling of spatial learning are described. Motivation to use VLE and its characteristics are also described briefly. Different types of locomotion interface to VLE with their constraints and benefits are discussed briefly. The authors believe that by incorporating perspectives from cognitive and experimental psychology to computer science, this chapter will appeal to a wide range of audience - particularly computer engineers concerned with assistive technologies, professionals interested in virtual environments, including computer engineers, architect, city-planner, cartographer, high-tech artists, and mobility trainers, and psychologists involved in the study of spatial cognition, cognitive behaviour, and human-computer interfaces.

Unconstrained Walking Plane to Virtual Environment for Non-Visual Spatial Learning

2013 ◽  
pp. 1580-1599
Author(s):  
Kanubhai K. Patel ◽  
Sanjay Kumar Vij
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Environment ◽  
Spatial Learning ◽  
Haptic Interface ◽  
Visual Disability ◽  
Visual Spatial ◽  
Visually Impaired People ◽  
New Type ◽  
Locomotion Interface ◽  
Mobility Skills ◽  
And Control

We have integrated the treadmill-style locomotion interface, called the unconstrained walking plane (UWP), with virtual environment (VE) to enhance spatial learning. This setting allows for a new type of experience, whereby participants with visual disability can explore VE for unattended non-visual spatial learning (NSL) and to develop cognitive maps of it. Although audio and haptic interface has been studied for NSL, nothing is known about the use of locomotion interface for supporting NSL. The structure and control mechanism of the device are presented. Discussion of advantages and limitations of the interface are given. Different types of locomotion interface to virtual environment with their constraints and benefits are discussed briefly. The purpose of the current study is to evaluate the efficacy of the UWP for VE exploration which leads to enhancement of unattended spatial learning and thereby enhancing the mobility skills of visually impaired people (VIP). We report an experiment that investigates the efficacy of UWP for VE exploration during turning and straight walking mode.

Unconstrained Walking Plane to Virtual Environment for Non-Visual Spatial Learning

2012 ◽  
pp. 199-217
Author(s):  
Kanubhai K. Patel ◽  
Sanjay Kumar Vij
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Environment ◽  
Spatial Learning ◽  
Haptic Interface ◽  
Visual Disability ◽  
Visual Spatial ◽  
Visually Impaired People ◽  
New Type ◽  
Locomotion Interface ◽  
Mobility Skills ◽  
And Control

We have integrated the treadmill-style locomotion interface, called the unconstrained walking plane (UWP), with virtual environment (VE) to enhance spatial learning. This setting allows for a new type of experience, whereby participants with visual disability can explore VE for unattended non-visual spatial learning (NSL) and to develop cognitive maps of it. Although audio and haptic interface has been studied for NSL, nothing is known about the use of locomotion interface for supporting NSL. The structure and control mechanism of the device are presented. Discussion of advantages and limitations of the interface are given. Different types of locomotion interface to virtual environment with their constraints and benefits are discussed briefly. The purpose of the current study is to evaluate the efficacy of the UWP for VE exploration which leads to enhancement of unattended spatial learning and thereby enhancing the mobility skills of visually impaired people (VIP). We report an experiment that investigates the efficacy of UWP for VE exploration during turning and straight walking mode.

The potential role of relatives in designing person-centred assistive technologies (innovative practice)

Dementia ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (7-8) ◽  
pp. 3161-3164 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rudi Coetzer
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Design ◽  
Potential Role ◽  
Assistive Technologies ◽  
Visual Spatial ◽  
Innovative Practice ◽  
The Impact

The paper explores the important role of relatives in designing assistive technologies in collaboration with practitioners. A brief case study reports the collaborative design of a 24-hour clock to reduce the impact of visual–spatial impairment on a family member's ability to read time and prevent temporal disorientation.

scholarly journals Adaptation of the Core CDIO Standards 3.0 to STEM Higher Education

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 9-21
Author(s):  
A. I. Chuchalin
Keyword(s):  
Applied Sciences ◽  
Higher Education ◽  
Engineering Education ◽  
Computer Science ◽  
High Tech ◽  
The Core ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Postgraduate Studies ◽  
Systematic Training ◽  
And Mathematics

It is proposed to adapt the new version of the internationally recognized standards for engineering education the Core CDIO Standards 3.0 to the programs of basic higher education in the field of technology, natural and applied sciences, as well as mathematics and computer science in the context of the evolution of STEM. The adaptation of the CDIO standards to STEM higher education creates incentives and contributes to the systematic training of specialists of different professions for coordinated teamwork in the development of high-tech products, as well as in the provision of comprehensive STEM services. Optional CDIO Standards are analyzed, which can be used selectively in STEM higher education. Adaptation of the CDIO-FCDI-FFCD triad to undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate studies in the field of science, technology, engineering and mathematics is considered as a mean for improving the system of three-cycle STEM higher education.

scholarly journals Analysis and Modelling of Annamalai Computing Geometric Series and Summability

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-15
Author(s):  
Chinnaraji Annamalai
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Computational Model ◽  
Computer Science ◽  
Queueing Theory ◽  
Geometric Series ◽  
Simple Mathematical Model ◽  
Research Fields

This paper presents a mathematical model for the formation as well as computation of geometric series in a novel way. Using Annamalai computing methoda simple mathematical model is established for analysis and manipulation of geometric series and summability.This new modelcould be used in the research fields of physics, engineering, biology, economics, computer science, queueing theory, and finance. In this paper, a novel computational model had also been developed such that a∑i=k∞ yi=ayk/1-y and ∑i=0∞ ∑j=i∞ ayj=a/(1-y)2,(0<y<1). This could be very interesting and informative for current students and researchers.

The Visual Spatial Learning Test: Differential impairment during the premanifest and manifest stages of Huntington's disease

2013 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 77-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eva Pirogovsky ◽  
Diane R. Nicoll ◽  
Dillon M. Challener ◽  
Elizabeth Breen ◽  
Shea Gluhm ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Huntington's Disease ◽  
Huntington’S Disease ◽  
Spatial Learning ◽  
Visual Spatial ◽  
Learning Test

Assistive Technologies as a Search Tool for the Demanded Profile of Special Library

2021 ◽  
Vol 70 (2) ◽  
pp. 135-147
Author(s):  
Yuri Y. Lesnevsky
Keyword(s):  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Vision Loss ◽  
Assistive Technologies ◽  
Modern World ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Related Field ◽  
Blind And Visually Impaired ◽  
Applied Development ◽  
Special Library ◽  
Almost All

Digital transformation of the modern world requires any person, including people with partial or complete vision loss, to have new competencies in organizing their own lives. The share of high-tech services is growing in almost all areas of library and information activities.The process of inclusion of visually impaired people in the world of new opportunities is directly related to the formation of the image of socially active special library. The author analyzes the management decisions and development of the Novosibirsk Regional Special Library for the Blind and Visually Impaired as a consumer and participant of the intersectoral and interdepartmental market of rehabilitation industry products. The article reveals the role of assistive (auxiliary) technologies in the expansion of a number of educational services for the interested social and professional groups of the population.The empirical basis of the article is the results of the information and applied development of the assistive technology sphere by the specialists of the Novosibirsk Regional Special Library for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Various social, technical, regulatory and economic aspects have defined the development of the institution over a long period of time. The interdisciplinary nature of the proposed method involves the use of advanced assistive technologies as the basis for expanding the services of special library.The article considers the proactive approach that takes into account the priorities of the readership as an actual and effective way to develop a system of special library and information services. The author proposes and approves as innovation the idea of using the achievements of the related field of activity — accessibility technologies. Educational and training activities of the library in this context become a targeted tool for informing and motivating specialists of various branches. The article shows the need for additional efforts to organize and coordinate the work in the conditions of different levels of competence of specialists. Advanced development of assistive technologies allows expanding the range of users.

Developing Assistive Technologies for Persons with Alzheimer’s Disease and Their Carers

2019 ◽  
pp. 203-220
Author(s):  
Diane Feeney Mahoney
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Home Monitoring ◽  
End Users ◽  
Assistive Technologies ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Ethical Foundation ◽  
Neurocognitive Impairments ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
Care Problems

This chapter examines the ethical principles applicable to gerontechnology research and development for in-home monitoring of persons with neurocognitive impairments. Principles addressed include respect for persons, autonomy, beneficence, justice, nonabandonment, nonmalfeasance, and privacy. Key issues for designers, developers, end-users, and reviewers are highlighted by uniquely drawing from real-world research examples. Studies indicate that among stakeholders there remains an emotional tension between “high tech” and “high touch” interventions for older adults with dementia. At the extremes, technophobic humanists dismiss technology as universally inferior to human assistance, while techno-proponents view it as the solution to care problems resulting from human limitations. “Benevolent” geriatric protectionism from technology is paternalistic and stifles innovation, while pushing technology without input from geriatric end-users results in products mismatched to their needs. Society will be better served if both viewpoints thoughtfully consider the ethical foundation of their beliefs informed by research findings to foster approaches that do good, not harm.

Digital Image Metamorphosis as a Research Tool for Paleontology

1994 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 341-346
Author(s):  
Jody R. Smith
Keyword(s):  
Computer Graphics ◽  
Computer Science ◽  
Software Design ◽  
Computer Hardware ◽  
Complex Data ◽  
Electronic Technology ◽  
Computer Interfaces ◽  
Human Computer Interfaces ◽  
Visualization Tools ◽  
Made In

This is an exciting era to be a scientist, due to the increasing levels of technology available to us; particularly due to the advances that have been made in the field of computer science. Advances in electronic technology have made computer hardware very powerful and affordable, while advances in software design and human/computer interfaces have made computers more natural to use. Computers have been utilized in nearly every field of scientific study, permitting new levels of development in those fields that wouldn't be possible otherwise. Computer graphics are useful visualization tools that help scientists understand complex data, and convey ideas to others.

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