TY - CONF

T1 - Exploring Cube Affordance: Towards Classification of Non-Verbal dynamics of Physical Interfaces For Wearable Computing

AU - Sheridan, Jennifer

AU - Kortuem, Gerd

AU - Van Laerhoven, Kristof

AU - Villar, Nicolas

AU - Short, B.W.

PY - 2003/1

Y1 - 2003/1

N2 - Abstract. Current input technologies for wearable computers are difficult to use and learn and can be unreliable. Physical interfaces offer an alternative to traditional input methods. In this paper we propose that developing a well-designed physical interface requires an exploration of the psychological idea of affordance. We present our findings from a design study in which we explore the natural affordance of a cube and suggest possible requirements for the design of graspable cubeshaped physical interfaces as alternative rich-action input device. We expect that such a framework will enhance the precision and usability of devices for wearable and mobile computing.

AB - Abstract. Current input technologies for wearable computers are difficult to use and learn and can be unreliable. Physical interfaces offer an alternative to traditional input methods. In this paper we propose that developing a well-designed physical interface requires an exploration of the psychological idea of affordance. We present our findings from a design study in which we explore the natural affordance of a cube and suggest possible requirements for the design of graspable cubeshaped physical interfaces as alternative rich-action input device. We expect that such a framework will enhance the precision and usability of devices for wearable and mobile computing.

KW - cs_eprint_id

KW - 700 cs_uid

KW - 1

M3 - Conference paper

T2 - IEE Eurowearable 2003

Y2 - 1 January 1900

ER -