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Abstract |
Abstract |
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We show how novel controllers can be built easily |
We show how novel controllers can be built cheaply, |
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with minimal mechanical and electronic skills, |
with minimal requirements for |
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mechanical and electronic skills, |
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by using a standard computer mouse |
by using a standard computer mouse |
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and LEGO bricks. |
and LEGO bricks. |
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.. User interfaces introducing new ways of visualizing information |
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could benefit from customized controllers. But unless standard, |
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mass-produced parts can be used, it is expensive and time-consuming |
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to design, prototype and produce controllers for a spesific purpose. |
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The construction of rugged prototypes with LEGOs requires some |
The construction of rugged prototypes with LEGOs requires some |
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practice but is possible. |
practice but is possible. |
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Introduction |
Introduction |
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.. User interfaces introducing new ways of visualizing information |
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could benefit from customized controllers. But unless standard, |
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mass-produced parts can be used, it is expensive and time-consuming |
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to design, prototype and produce controllers for a spesific purpose. |
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Producing customized controllers |
Producing customized controllers |
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for new user interfaces |
for new user interfaces |
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is generally |
is generally |