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Title: Languages and interfaces for facial animation

Journal Article · · Programming and Computer Software
OSTI ID:377111
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  1. Univ. of Geneva, Geneva (Switzerland)

This paper describes high-level tools for specifying, controlling, and synchronizing temporal and spatial characteristics for 3D animation of facial expressions. The proposed approach consists of hierarchical levels of controls. Specification of expressions, phonemes, emotions, sentences, and head movements by means of a high-level language is shown. The various aspects of synchronization are also emphasized. Then, association of the control different interactive devices and media which allows the animator greater flexibility and freedom, is discussed. Experiments with input accessories such as the keyboard of a music synthesizer and gestures from the DataGlove are illustrated.

OSTI ID:
377111
Journal Information:
Programming and Computer Software, Vol. 21, Issue 3; Other Information: PBD: May-Jun 1995
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English