Interactive Computer Graphics

This module covers techniques for authoring 2D drawings and animations. Topics include interactive diagram beautification, pen-and-ink texture synthesis, shape manipulation, and dynamic illustrations. Understand how interactive software streamlines drawing tasks, making creative graphic design more efficient.

Building on 2D concepts, this module covers 3D geometric modeling methods. Topics include suggestive interfaces for architectural models, sketch-based modeling for freeform shapes, curve-based shape control, flower modeling, and volumetric texture. Learn to model 3D objects efficiently using specialized 2D user interfaces.

This module shifts focus to simulating and crafting real objects and movements. Topics include clothing manipulation, layer operations for deformable objects, spatial keyframing for character animations, procedural deformation, and human motion visualization. Understand how deformation and animation techniques reproduce complex objects and motions visually.

This module covers systems supporting personal fabrication. Topics include designing plush toys, beadworks, chairs, and softly folded objects. An interactive packing method is also presented. Gain skills in digital design for custom physical creations.

Computers are essential for product design, mediating interaction between designers and products. This module covers computer-aided design with simultaneous physical simulation. Systems for designing cantilevers, musical instruments, garments, furniture, and gliders are introduced. Learn how real-time feedback improves product design outcomes.

Robotic appliances are becoming common, creating new research in human-robot interaction. This module covers interactive techniques and systems for real-world interaction. Topics include command card interfaces for robot control, style-by-demonstration for robot behavior design, actuated puppet devices for character posing, painting interfaces for robotic lights, and fur displays. Understand human-robot design principles.