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Immersing Users in Landscapes Using Large Scale Displays in Public Spaces

Drossis, G., Ntelidakis, A., Grammenos, D., Zabulis, X., & Stephanidis, C. (2015) Immersing Users in Landscapes Using Large Scale Displays in Public Spaces In N. Streitz & P. Markopoulos (Eds.), Distributed, Ambient, and Pervasive Interactions – Volume 21 of the combined Proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI International 2015), Los Angeles, CA, USA, 2-7 August, pp. 152-162. Berlin Heidelberg: Lecture Notes in Computer Science Series of Springer

Abstract

This paper reports on the design and implementation of BeThereNow, a public interactive information system where users are depicted immersed in various sceneries. The work is focused on the domain of info-tainment in public spaces using large displays and aims on short-time usage. The implemented system employs a mixed reality application through which users are informed about different sceneries and also create personalized digital postcards. This process is accomplished using computer vision algorithms in order to depict users and objects, while removing the background of the scene. Finally, the lessons learned from the long-term deployment of the system out-in-the-wild are presented, providing an insight on the users’ actions and reactions and feedback on future research directions.

Modeling and Assessing Young Children Abilities and Development in Ambient Intelligence

Zidianakis, E., Ioannidi, D., Antona, M., & Stephanidis, C. (2015) Modeling and Assessing Young Children Abilities and Development in Ambient Intelligence In European Conference on Ambient Intelligence (pp. 17-33). Springer International Publishing.

A cross-platform, remotely-controlled mobile avatar simulation framework for AmI environments

Zidianakis, E., Papagiannakis, G., & Stephanidis, C. (2014) A cross-platform, remotely-controlled mobile avatar simulation framework for AmI environments In SIGGRAPH Asia 2014 Mobile Graphics and Interactive Applications (p. 12). ACM.

Building a sensory infrastructure to support interaction and monitoring in ambient intelligence environments

Zidianakis, E., Partarakis, N., Antona, M., & Stephanidis, C. (2014) Building a sensory infrastructure to support interaction and monitoring in ambient intelligence environments In International Conference on Distributed, Ambient, and Pervasive Interactions (pp. 519-529). Springer International Publishing.

A Multimodal Ambient Intelligence Environment for Playful Learning

Papagiannakis, H., Antona, M., Ntoa, S., & Stephanidis, C (2013) A Multimodal Ambient Intelligence Environment for Playful Learning Journal of Universal Computer Science, special issue on “Towards Sustainable Computing through Ambient Intelligence”, 19 (17), 2617-2636.

Abstract

This paper reports the design, development and evaluation of a technological framework for learning applications, named AmI Playfield, aimed at creating challenging learning conditions through play and entertainment. AmI Playfield is an educative Ambient Intelligent (AmI) environment which emphasizes the use of kinesthetic and collaborative technology in a natural playful learning context and embodies performance measurement techniques. In order to test and assess AmI Playfield, the "Apple Hunt" application was developed, which engages (young) learners in arithmetic thinking through kinesthetic and collaborative play, observed by unobtrusive AmI technology behind the scene. "Apple Hunt" has been evaluated according to a combination of methodologies suitable for young testers, whereas Children Committees are introduced as a promising approach to evaluation with children. The obtained results demonstrate the system's high potential to generate thinking and fun, deriving from the learners' full-body kinesthetic play and team work.

An Intelligent Hotel Room

Leonidis, A., Korozi, M., Margetis, G., Grammenos, D., & Stephanidis, C (2013) An Intelligent Hotel Room In J.C. Augusto, R. Wichert, R. Collier, D. Keyson, A.A. Salah, & A-H. Tan (Eds.), Proceedings of the 4th International Joint Conference on Ambient Intelligence (AmI-2013), Dublin, Ireland, 3-5 December (pp. 241-246). Heidelberg, Germany: Springer (LNCS 8309).

Abstract

This paper presents an innovative application of ambient technology in the domain of tourism and leisure that aims to improve the quality of services offered by the hospitality industry. The main objective is to formulate an ambient ecosystem that observes its surroundings using non-invasive technology and adapts its behavior, in real-time, to deliver “intelligent” and personalized services to the occupants of a guest room. Towards that direction, the proposed system aims to leverage the disadvantages of being away from home and offer a unique user experience.

Comparative Evaluation among Diverse Interaction Techniques in Three Dimensional Environments

Drossis, G., Grammenos, D., Bouhli, M., Adami, I., & Stephanidis, C (2013) Comparative Evaluation among Diverse Interaction Techniques in Three Dimensional Environments In N. Streitz, & C. Stephanidis (Eds.), Distributed, Ambient and Pervasive Interactions – Volume 25 of the combined Proceedings of the 15th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI International 2013), Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, 21 - 26 July, pp. 3-12. Berlin Heidelberg: Lecture Notes in Computer Science Series of Springer (LNCS 8028, ISBN: 978-3-642-39350-1).

Abstract

This paper reports on the results of a user-based evaluation that was conducted on a 3D virtual environment that supports diverse interaction techniques. More specifically, the interaction techniques that were evaluated were touch, gestures (hands and legs) and the use of a smart object. The goal of the experiment was to assess the effectiveness of each interaction modes as a means for the user to complete common tasks within the application. A comparison is attempted in order to provide an insight to the suitability of each technique and direct future research in the area.

MAGIC: Developing a Multimedia Gallery Supporting mid-Air Gesture-based Interaction and Control

Drossis, G., Grammenos, D., Birliraki, C., & Stephanidis, C (2013) MAGIC: Developing a Multimedia Gallery Supporting mid-Air Gesture-based Interaction and Control In C. Stephanidis (Ed.), HCI International 2013 - Posters' Extended Abstracts, Part I - Volume 28 of the combined Proceedings of HCI International 2013 (15th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction), Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, 21-26 July, pp. 303-307. Berlin Heidelberg: Communications in Computer and Information Science (CCIS 373, 3SBN: 978-3-642-39472-0).

Abstract

Touchless remote interaction empowers users to interact with systems at a distance without the burden of actually coming to physical contact with any tangible object. The research presented in this paper focuses on motion-based interaction in public spaces through hand detection using Microsoft’s Kinect, in order to allow natural interaction in mid-air. The paper presents the development of a system that allows browsing and exploring large collections of multimedia information (images and videos).

53.090 virtual rusks = 510 real smiles – Using a fun exergame installation for advertising traditional food products

Grammenos, D., Margetis, G., Koutlemanis, P., Zabulis, X. (2012) 53.090 virtual rusks = 510 real smiles – Using a fun exergame installation for advertising traditional food products In Anton Nijholt; Teresa Romão & Dennis Reidsma, ed., 'Advances in Computer Entertainment', Springer, pp. 214-229.

Abstract

This paper presents an innovative advergame installation for promoting the brand and products of a company producing Cretan rusks. The paper first presents some background and related work. Then, the requirements set towards creating the game are outlined, followed by concept creation and design decisions taken to meet these requirements, as well as a description of the user interface, gameplay and technical characteristics of the resulting game. The game has been installed with remarkable success in two different food exhibitions in key locations in Athens, Greece, where it has been played by more than 500 people of ages ranging from 2 to 76 years old. A large variety of qualitative and quantitative data were collected. The paper presents several findings stemming from these data. Additionally, changes made to the game as a result of the findings are presented, along with lessons learnt from the acquired experience.

An augmented interactive table supporting preschool children development through playing

Zidianakis, E., Antona, M., Paparoulis, G., & Stephanidis, C. (2012) An augmented interactive table supporting preschool children development through playing In the Proceedings of the 2012 AHFE International Conference (4th International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics), San Francisco, California, USA, 21-25 July (pp. 744-753). [CD-ROM]. USA Publishing (ISBN: 978-0-9796435-5-2).

Abstract

This paper discusses the opportunities and challenges of Ambient Intelligence (AmI) technologies in the context of child development, and presents the methodology and preliminary results of the development of an augmented interactive table which offers to preschool children various AmI educative and entertaining applications. The overall objective of this work is to assess how AmI technologies can contribute to the enhancement of children’s skills and abilities through common play activities during the various stages of their growth and development.

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