by Martina Haefeli | Jul 20, 2017 | Digital Fabrication, Visual Computing
Computational Design and Automated Fabrication of Kirchhoff-Plateau Surfaces We propose a computational tool for designing Kirchhoff-Plateau Surfaces-planar rod networks embedded in pre-stretched fabric that deploy into complex, three-dimensional shapes. July 20,...
by Martina Haefeli | Jul 12, 2017 | Machine Learning, Robotics
Joint Optimization of Robot Design and Motion Parameters using the Implicit Function Theorem We present a novel computational approach to optimizing the morphological design of robots. July 12, 2017Robotics: Science and Systems 2017 Authors Sehoon Ha (Disney...
by Martina Haefeli | Jul 3, 2017 | Robotics, Visual Computing
Active Vertical Stabilization Mechanism for Lightweight Handheld Cameras We introduce a miniaturized active stabilization mechanism that attenuates such disturbances and keeps the camera steady. July 3, 2017IEEE International Conference on Advanced Intelligent...
by Martina Haefeli | Jun 27, 2017 | Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Story Technology
Persistent Memory in Repeated Child-Robot Conversations In this work, we investigate how a robot can use information from prior conversations with the same child to foster a sense of relationship over time. June 27, 2017Interaction Design and Children (IDC) 2017 ...
by Martina Haefeli | Jun 27, 2017 | Story Technology, Visual Computing
Investigating the Effects of Interactive Features for Preschool Television Programming We performed three studies to examine the effects of accurate program response times, repeating unanswered questions, and providing feedback on the children’s likelihood of...
