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Design of 3D Oculus VR Action Game using Silhouette Outline

  • Kim, Ho-Ryel;Han, Chang-Min;An, Syoungog;Kim, Soo Kyun
    • Journal of the Korea Society of Computer and Information
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    • v.25 no.11
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    • pp.59-65
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    • 2020
  • Lately the VR (Virtual Reality) game genre is becoming increasingly more popular and it has been cementing its place in the market as its own independent game genre. The key advantage of VR is that it lowers the barrier between player and the virtual world, thus creating an immersive experience. The suggested method develops a game that allows the player to experience what it is like to be visually impaired using the unique characteristics of VR. A distinctive feature of this game is that the character is provided only a limited range of sight, which is created using silhouette outlines. This restrictive visual field is then grafted onto VR and the player can indirectly experience blindness in a highly immersive manner. The silhouette outline along with the particle system is created using Oculus Rift, a headset highly used in VR game development, and Unity 3D game engine. We will also explain in detail regarding the removal of borders between the objects.

Development of a Real-time Sensor-based Virtual Imaging System (센서기반 실시간 가상이미징 시스템의 구현)

  • 남승진;오주현;박성춘
    • Journal of Broadcast Engineering
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    • v.8 no.1
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    • pp.63-71
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    • 2003
  • In sport programs, real-time virtual imaging system come into notice for new technology which can compose information like team logos, scores. distances directly on playing ground, so it can compensate for the defects of general character generator. In order to synchronize graphics to camera movements, generally two method is used. One is for using sensors attached to camera moving axis and the other is for analyzing camera video itself. KBS technical research institute developed real-time sensor-based virtual imaging system 'VIVA', which uses four sensors on pan, tilt, zoom, focus axis and controls virtual graphic camera in three dimensional coordinates in real-time. In this paper, we introduce our system 'VIVA' and it's technology. For accurate camera tracking we calculated view-point movement occurred by zooming based on optical principal point variation data and we considered field of view variation not only by zoom but also by focus. We developed our system based on three dimensional graphic environment. so many useful three dimensional graphic techniques such as keyframe animation can be used. VIVA was successfully used both in Busan Asian Games and 2002 presidential election. We confirmed that it can be used not only in the field but also in the studio programs in which camera is used within more close range.

Architecture and Path-Finding Behavior of An Intelligent Agent Deploying within 3D Virtual Environment (3차원 가상환경에서 동작하는 지능형 에이전트의 구조와 경로 찾기 행위)

  • Kim, In-Cheol;Lee, Jae-Ho
    • The KIPS Transactions:PartB
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    • v.10B no.1
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    • pp.1-12
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    • 2003
  • In this paper, we Introduce the Unreal Tournament (UT) game and the Gamebots system. The former it a well-known 3D first-person action game and the latter is an intelligent agent research testbed based on UT And then we explain the design and implementation of KGBot, which is an intelligent non-player character deploying effectively within the 3D virtual environment provided by UT and the Gamebots system. KGBot is a bot client within the Gamebots System. KGBot accomplishes its own task to find out and dominate several domination points pro-located on the complex surface map of 3D virtual environment KGBot adopts UM-PRS as its control engine, which is a general BDI agent architecture. KGBot contains a hierarchical knowledge base representing its complex behaviors in multiple layers. In this paper, we explain details of KGBot's Intelligent behaviors, tuck af locating the hidden domination points by exploring the unknown world effectively. constructing a path map by collecting the waypoints and paths distributed over the world, and finding an optimal path to certain destination based on this path graph. Finally we analyze the performance of KGBot exploring strategy and control engine through some experiments on different 3D maps.

An Interactive Aerobic Training System Using Vision and Multimedia Technologies

  • Chalidabhongse, Thanarat H.;Noichaiboon, Alongkot
    • 제어로봇시스템학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 2004.08a
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    • pp.1191-1194
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    • 2004
  • We describe the development of an interactive aerobic training system using vision-based motion capture and multimedia technology. Unlike the traditional one-way aerobic training on TV, the proposed system allows the virtual trainer to observe and interact with the user in real-time. The system is composed of a web camera connected to a PC watching the user moves. First, the animated character on the screen makes a move, and then instructs the user to follow its movement. The system applies a robust statistical background subtraction method to extract a silhouette of the moving user from the captured video. Subsequently, principal body parts of the extracted silhouette are located using model-based approach. The motion of these body parts is then analyzed and compared with the motion of the animated character. The system provides audio feedback to the user according to the result of the motion comparison. All the animation and video processing run in real-time on a PC-based system with consumer-type camera. This proposed system is a good example of applying vision algorithms and multimedia technology for intelligent interactive home entertainment systems.

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Punching Motion Generation using Reinforcement Learning and Trajectory Search Method (경로 탐색 기법과 강화학습을 사용한 주먹 지르기동작 생성 기법)

  • Park, Hyun-Jun;Choi, WeDong;Jang, Seung-Ho;Hong, Jeong-Mo
    • Journal of Korea Multimedia Society
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    • v.21 no.8
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    • pp.969-981
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    • 2018
  • Recent advances in machine learning approaches such as deep neural network and reinforcement learning offer significant performance improvements in generating detailed and varied motions in physically simulated virtual environments. The optimization methods are highly attractive because it allows for less understanding of underlying physics or mechanisms even for high-dimensional subtle control problems. In this paper, we propose an efficient learning method for stochastic policy represented as deep neural networks so that agent can generate various energetic motions adaptively to the changes of tasks and states without losing interactivity and robustness. This strategy could be realized by our novel trajectory search method motivated by the trust region policy optimization method. Our value-based trajectory smoothing technique finds stably learnable trajectories without consulting neural network responses directly. This policy is set as a trust region of the artificial neural network, so that it can learn the desired motion quickly.

A Study on Key Arrangement of Virtual Keyboard based on Eyeball Input system (안구 입력 시스템 기반의 화상키보드 키 배열 연구)

  • Sa Ya Lee;Jin Gyeong Hong;Joong Sup Lee
    • Smart Media Journal
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    • v.13 no.4
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    • pp.94-103
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    • 2024
  • The eyeball input system is a text input system designed based on 'eye tracking technology' and 'virtual keyboard character-input technology'. The current virtual keyboard structure used is a rectangular QWERTY array optimized for a multi-input method that simultaneously utilizes all 10 fingers on both hands. However, since 'eye-tracking technology' is a single-input method that relies solely on eye movement, requiring only one focal point for input, problems arise when used in conjunction with a rectangular virtual keyboard structure designed for multi-input method. To solve this problem, first of all, previous studies on the shape, type, and movement of muscles connected to the eyeball were investigated. Through the investigation, it was identified that the principle of eye movement occurs in a circle rather than in a straight line. This study, therefore, proposes a new key arrangement wherein the keys are arranged in a circular structure suitable for rotational motion rather than the key arrangement of the current virtual keyboard which is arranged in a rectangular structure and optimized for both-hand input. In addition, compared to the existing rectangular key arrangement, a performance verification experiment was conducted on the circular key arrangement, and through the experiment, it was confirmed that the circular arrangement would be a good replacement for the rectangular arrangement for the virtual keyboard.

Interactive Interface for Virtual Korean Percussion Instruments (인터렉티브 국악 타악기 인터페이스 제작 연구)

  • Han, Ki-Yul;Park, Sang-Bum;Kim, Jun
    • Journal of Korea Multimedia Society
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    • v.14 no.11
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    • pp.1500-1506
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    • 2011
  • This paper is to propose for the production of a digital-based new interface for the percussion of samulnori which are drum, janggu, jing and kkwaenggwari. Newly designed interface is similar to a jing-shaped percussion, and it was designed to playall of four instruments from a single interface. Two batting sufaces, which are located both in front and at trunk of the interface, generate a hitting date creating when interface to be hit and a pressure data when to grip the handle by control unit located at the handle. The information generated is transmitted to a computer via a wireless communication, and then, the computer generate a synthesized sound based on the characteristic of each instrument.

Secure Keypad with Encrypted Input Message (입력 메시지 암호화를 통한 보안 키패드의 설계와 구현)

  • Seo, Hwa-Jeong;Kim, Ho-Won
    • Journal of the Korea Institute of Information and Communication Engineering
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    • v.18 no.12
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    • pp.2899-2910
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    • 2014
  • In this paper, we present method that verifies the validity of inputted message rather than showing last character on virtual keyboard. This encrypts password and valid input only can receive right feedback. This is implemented on Android phone and tested. This shows higher security than former method by 68.23% and accuracy shows 100%. This secure keypad is practical and secure so this can replace current input keypad without difficulty.

The virtual world as a supportive environment for intact communication. -The possibility and task of forming a game user community using a metabus. - (언택트 커뮤니케이션 지원환경으로써 가상세계 - 메타버스를 이용한 게임 유저 커뮤니티 형성의 가능성과 과제 -)

  • Kim, Deok min;Kim, Soo dong;Seok, Hyeonseon;Bae, Shin hoon;Jeong, Hyung won
    • Journal of Integrative Natural Science
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    • v.15 no.1
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    • pp.37-48
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    • 2022
  • Metabus, a three-dimensional virtual environment for digital communication, has gained a lot of attention recently. Even so, there are still many unanswered questions about the user's consciousness and behavior. A difference in nature from conventional digital communication is also unclear. This paper aims to study Metabus on a hypothetical premise by organizing the possibility of Metabus for communication activation based on a research project aimed at using Metabus to support the formation of a community of school dormitories and studio rental residents. After reviewing the establishment process and application cases of Metabus, we focus on the character (avatar) used as the user's alter ego within the metabus, which will allow customization of both form and content different from text-based communication. The "physicality" and the "spatiality" of the metaverse and the "immersion" they bring are among the most important, functional innovations. Based on this summary, a case of using metabuses will be reviewed to describe the research plan aimed at supporting community formation.

Research on the Correlation Between the Alienation Effect and Immersion of Breaking the Fourth Wall in Games

  • Qi Yi;Jeanhun Chung
    • International journal of advanced smart convergence
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    • v.12 no.4
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    • pp.328-333
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    • 2023
  • Breaking the fourth wall is a very popular concept right now, and depictions of breaking the barrier between virtuality and reality are often used in game advertising. In VR games, game manufacturers describe the experience after breaking the fourth wall as an experiencer who will be completely immersed in the virtual world, as if they are actually living in the virtual world. At the same time, research in the field of traditional drama also shows that breaking the fourth wall can also bring a sense of alienation to the player, allowing the experiencer to clearly realize that he and the character are in a completely different world, and to conduct aesthetic criticism of related works of art.So why there are two completely different feelings after breaking the fourth wall will be the content of this article. This article will focus on the theoretical analysis of the relationship between two different cognitions and two completely different cognitions after breaking the fourth wall. Finally, it will be analyzed from three directions: game perspective, game art style, and different world views of the game. Finally, it was concluded that when players break the fourth wall in the game, these three factors will cause the experiencer to have two completely different cognitions.