Week 10
Class this week was mostly about setting up for our final presentations and straightening out our term papers. There were, however, some presentations by both the Humanoids and Geeks. The Humanoids presented on their findings on user preferences from their new research, which can be viewed here, and the Geeks had three presentations from Phil, Luke, and Eric on New Advancements in Drawing Tools, Pointing Device Research, and Kinect on Horizontal Surfaces.
PAST PROBLEMS:
Info about the term paper and final presentations shrouded in mystery. Disorganized in putting together individual’s information.
SOLUTIONS:
Term paper requirements outlined and final presentations scheduled and elaborated on.
For this week’s videos, visit:
http://s1141.photobucket.com/albums/n582/II_F2011/Innovation%20Week%2010/
Be sure to check out the SUB-ALBUMS!
Week 9
This week we focused more on the term paper everyone has to complete for the end of this course. We talked about how to find ways to put complex thoughts and ideas into easily understood ideas and concepts, how to map out a layout structure of how we want our papers to be organized, and about the due dates for our final phases of the assignments.
There were also some presentations by the Humanoids and Geeks on [Experiment Results and Findings] and [Drawing and Gesture Updates] respectively.
PAST PROBLEMS:
Did not know what to do for the term paper and final weeks.
SOLUTIONS:
Information about the term paper took center stage. Final weeks of class laid out in terms of due dates and scheduling.
For Week 9’s videos, visit:
http://s1141.photobucket.com/albums/n582/II_F2011/Innovation%20Week%209/
And check out the SUB-ALBUMS for more videos on the Geek and Humanoid experiments!
Week 8
This week we go over the progression of the table physics programing. (Link to Video) It has improved in the program can detect bounding boxes for a line instead of just of a general square around it, especially for curved lines. The efficiency of making these bounding boxes however, still needs a bit of work. The humaniods also come up and discuss their plans for weeks 9-11 for their experiment with the course. (Link to Video)
Jon Schull continues to give the class advise on how to make a good term paper. This includes the sections that make up a paper and what makes up those parts. (Link to Video) A mock-up of the course website is shown with the class, though it still needs to be created into an HTML form. (Link to Video) Finally, more coding work is shown with the Kinect being used as an alternative source to a Livescript pen for touch. (Link to Video)
Problems:
The course website still needs to be made into an HTML form, table physics code could still be a bit more efficient as well as include grouping. Term papers need to be made.
Solutions:
Table physics have been implemented into a programming environment and curves now push objects along their actually line instead of just a primary bounding box.
Week 7
During this week Professor Schull begins discussing about our course term paper. It’s discussed how to be an expert on your topic, (Link to Video) then we discuss how to make a good title for the paper, (Link to Video) and then we go over the online handout that discusses this. (Link to Video)
We then talk about the networking for our coding and then show off the current state of the Table Physics Code. (Link to Video) A program called Kivy is then shown off since it features use of multi-touch programs similar to what we plan to use with our table. (Link to Video) On the topic of multi-touch, it is also discussed how we can use the Microsoft Kinect with multi-touch. (Link to Video) The idea of a project website was also brought up. (Link to Video)
A discussion of an experiment the Humaniods were able to pull off was also discussed. We went over what the script was they read to their testers. (Link to Video) We continued to discussed the task these testers were assigned, the questionnaire that was given out and what was learned from such testing. (Link to Video) Finally, problems that came up during the testing and ideas of how to improve them for future tests are discussed. (Link to Video)
Near the end of the class, a set of written tutorials of how to install Open Source to a computer were presented. (Link to Video) After the class, we test out these instructions to see if one could install Open Source onto a clear computer with only the instructions. (Link to Video) However, a couple problems occurred that were beyond the control of written instructions. (Link to Video)
Problems:
Course website is still a bit vague. Open Source tutorial was not perfect enough for a user to completely rely on alone to install a device, since there were sections of unpredictability that only a programmer could deal with.
Solutions:
The formation of a place to organize videos recorded in a way that was useful for an audience was established. We had our first successful Skype monitor experiment.
Other Videos:
Drawing Table Physics Presentation Part 2:
Jon Schull talks about how to improve the line segmentation. Other problems of the table project as well as solutions are discussed as well. Moving lines versus not moving lines is also discussed. Jon Schull then shows how the objects would interact on “table physics” on the white board.
http://s1141.photobucket.com/albums/n582/II_F2011/Innovation%20Week%207/?action=view¤t=wk7_TablePresentation2.mp4
Week 6
In this class we discussed the trials and errors of the Humanoid and Geek’s current experiments. For the Humanoids, we discussed things such as creating an unbiased script, setting up efficient communication between the test areas, and testing the experiment themselves before running it on new subjects. For the Geeks, we discussed features of the gesture recognition system, such as the recognition space and being able to add more user’s hands to the recognition system.
This was also when the plan for the data package was unveiled. The task was to create a way to package the entire class’s history and progress into something that others could look at and pick up on in the future. The plan uncovered was to create a website that had the videos of class sessions, a data package of the work, and a timeline history of the class, which is what you’re reading right now.
PAST PROBLEMS:
Subjects were unclear on Humanoid test requirements. Class did not know how all of their work would connect in the end of the course.
SOLUTIONS:
Made a clear path for Humanoids to follow when testing. Plan for class’s final package was solidified.
For videos on the briefing sessions for this class, visit:
http://s1141.photobucket.com/albums/n582/II_F2011/Innovation%20Week%206/
Be SURE to check out the SUB-ALBUMS for more videos on the Humanoid and Geek experiments!
Week 5
This week, the Humanoids were given a demo on the new improvements to the Edge Table. With new features, however, come new glitches. Areas improved upon on the table include image resizing, color coded erasers, improved network support. The speed-bumps in the process include image layering issues, resizing tall objects, portability, and the expense of additional stylus pens for people to use. However, the table is currently stable enough for use and distribution.
PAST PROBLEMS: Lack of clarity in students roles, minor confusion and distraction about goals. Lack of understanding about product.
SOLUTIONS: Color-coded Class Roles Map added to innovation page. Product demoed for class.
Videos on the Edge Table demonstration can be found here:
http://s1141.photobucket.com/albums/n582/II_F2011/Innovation%20Week%205/
Check out the SUB-ALBUM for more videos!
Week 4
In class this week, we discussed the key structure of a plan. Plans have 5 main elements: Objective, Sequence of Activities, Owners of the Sequence, Project Manager, and a Scribe. These elements show the process of forming a good plan, starting with identifying a main goal, having the goal there to remind you of the core task, set a plan of action, assign people to be responsible for certain actions, keep the plans in check, and to document the process.
The Humanoids presented on their [Skype Implementation Plan], and the Geeks presented on their [Updates and Roles].
PAST PROBLEMS:
Not knowing what to do for future projects, not having a main goal, getting off-track in terms of progress.
SOLUTIONS:
Started planning ahead for future weeks to keep everyone on track of their goals and ambitions.
For the rest of this week’s videos, please follow this link:
http://s1141.photobucket.com/albums/n582/II_F2011/Innovation%20Week%204/
Be sure to check out the SUB-ALBUMS!
Week 3
This week we defined the groups in our class: Humanoids and Geeks . The Humanoid members are composed of Tyler (the leader), Jared, Janelle, Asha, Josiah and Andrew Kaufman. They are the design and interface specialists. Their goal is to figure out how to partition the workspace and prioritize the user scenarios. The Geeks are composed of Luke (the leader), Jordan, James, Eric, and Phil. They are the programming and software specialists. Their mission is to figure out a technical collaboration strategy.
This week the Geeks and Humanoids have each produced presentations on what they want to accomplish. The major presentation for the Geeks wasCurves and Physics Presentation and for the Humanoids, HCI Presentation.
PAST PROBLEMS:
Disorganized talents, No cohesive strategy or common goals, Wasting time due to disorganization
THIS WEEK’S SOLUTIONS:
Put people with common talents together into two major groups, giving them two common goals on the development and human interaction aspects of the project.
For videos on the rest of the Geek and Humanoid presentations, follow this link:
http://s1141.photobucket.com/albums/n582/II_F2011/Innovation%20Week%203/
Week 2
Three presentations were made this week, one by Eric on Gesture Implementation, one by Roger on Information Sharing, and one by Asha and Janelle on Online Web Collaboration Tools. We were also given a full tour of the innovation center here at RIT, where they have tools, materials, and resources to build your inventions. This space will be utilized in later weeks.
LOOKING FORWARD:
Other than anticipating the rest of the presentations, some minor roles were assigned to students in the fields of Documentation, Physics Programming, Extensions and Improvements, and Technical Documentation. We were also introduced to the requirement of posting blogs on our own pages at www.NOVA.innovation.rit.edu
**There are no videos for this week.**
Week 1
This was our class meeting to touch base and establish a common ground. We uncovered the key theme of this course, which is “telecollaboration,” or, the ability to conference and collaborate on a multi-user interface network. We were presented with a demonstration of the Edge Table (then named the Kinect Table), in order to get familiar with it and understand what we will be working with. From there, we thought about what facets of the project we would be interested in exploring, related to our own specific talents, and prepared presentations of said interests for the next class.
During class, we brainstormed about different ideas for ares we could expand upon, or improve, in the project. Some of these ideas included: recording and playback features, addition of imaging tools, copy/paste, user profiles and identities, re-designed control interface, audio/video chat, inclusion of vector graphics, and a voting-based decision system for things such as saving or deleting sessions.
LOOKING FORWARD:
Preparing presentations on interests for next week’s class
**There are no videos for this week.**
