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The mobile animator: interactive character animation in collaborative virtual environments

Daniel Thalmann, Frédéric Vexo
2004
Conference Papers

Abstract

We have designed a mobile -PDA-based- interface for real-time control of virtual characters in multiuser semi-immersive virtual environments - using a large rear-projection screen. The proof-of-concept implementation we present shows the potential of handheld devices as powerful interfaces to virtual reality applications. This technique eliminates the display of floating menus and other widgets over the simulation screen. A brief discussion on the advantages and disadvantages of using a handheld for 3D interaction is presented as well

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Daniel Thalmann, Frédéric Vexo
2004
Conference Papers

Abstract

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https://infoscience.epfl.ch/entities/publication/7c38af92-6bbd-4e89-b526-e6222a064243

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A mobile device (or handheld computer) is a computer, small enough to hold and operate in the hand. Mobile devices typically have a flat LCD or OLED screen, a touchscreen interface, and digital or physical buttons. They may also have a physical keyboard. Many such devices can connect to the Internet and connect with other devices such as car entertainment systems or headsets via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular networks or near field communication.

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