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Abstract

The DataTiles system integrates the benefits of two major interaction paradigms: graphical and physical user interfaces. Tagged transparent tiles are used as modular construction units. These tiles are augmented by dynamic graphical information when they are placed on a sensor-enhanced flat panel display. They can be used independently or can be combined into more complex configurations, similar to the way language can express complex concepts through a sequence of simple words.
(Jun Rekimoto)

Artists / Authors

• Jun  Rekimoto, Director, Interaction Laboratory, Sony Computer Science Laboratories, Inc., Tokyo, Japan
• Brygg  Ullmer, Tangible Media Group, MIT Media Laboratory, Cambridge, MA

Origination

Japan, 1999-2004

Partners / Sponsors

The project is financed by the Sony Computer Science Laboratories' research budget. The cost for making a prototype is roughly 15,000 USD.

URL

» http://www.csl.sony.…on/rekimoto/datatile/

Submission

, Jul 14, 2004

Category

• research project

Keywords

• Topics:
  • interface |
  • Graphical User Interface GUI

Additions to Keyword List

• Visual language |
• Tangible user interfaces |
• Interaction techniques