Camera-Based Motion Tracking and Performing Arts for Persons with Motor Disabilities and Autism

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Author
Kontogeorgakopoulos, Alexandros
Wechsler, Robert
Keay-Bright, Wendy
Date
2014Type
Book chapter
Publisher
IGI Global
Embargoed until
2100-01-01
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The aim of this chapter is to discuss a range of computer applications designed to enable people with disabilities to interact through music, dance, and the visual arts. A review of the main motion tracking algorithms and software environments is included as well as an overview of theoretical positions regarding the mapping of real time extracted motion features to sound, interactive music, and computer-generated or modified visual content. The chapter concludes with descriptions of how the concepts have been applied to research projects undertaken with different groups of young people with motor limitations and autism spectrum disorders.
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Kontogeorgakopoulos, A., Wechsler, R. & Keay-Bright, W. (2014) 'Camera-Based Motion Tracking and Performing Arts for Persons with Motor Disabilities and Autism', In Kouroupetroglou, G. (ed.) Disability Informatics and Web Accessibility for Motor Limitations. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, pp. 294-322
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Cardiff Metropolitan University (Grant ID: Cardiff Metropolian (Internal))