We present a skeletal linked model of the human hand that has natural motion. We show how this can be achieved by introducing a new biology-based joint axis that simulates natural ...
Onno A. van Nierop, Aadjan van der Helm, Kees C. J...
—Human figures have been animated using a variety of geometric models, including stick figures, polygonal models, and NURBS-based models with muscles, flexible skin, or clothing....
Jessica K. Hodgins, James F. O'Brien, Jack Tumblin
It is difficult to present new, complex ideas in ways that are informative and interesting in situations where a vast amount of information has to be delivered and understood quic...
Regardless of whether the humans involved are virtual or real, well-developed conversational skills are a necessity. The synthesis of interface agents that are not only understand...
Douglas W. Cunningham, Martin Breidt, Mario Kleine...
This paper describes how a photogrammetry based 3D capture system can be used as an input device for animation. The 3D Dynamic Capture System is used to capture the motion of a hu...
Donald MacVicar, Stuart Ford, Ewan Borland, Robert...