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The spatial character of sensor technology

Reeves, Stuart; Pridmore, Tony; Crabtree, Andy; Green, Jonathan; Benford, Steve; O'Malley, Claire

Authors

TONY PRIDMORE tony.pridmore@nottingham.ac.uk
Professor of Computer Science

Jonathan Green

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STEVE BENFORD steve.benford@nottingham.ac.uk
Dunford Chair in Computer Science

Claire O'Malley



Abstract

By considering the spatial character of sensor-based interactive systems, this paper investigates how discussions of seams and seamlessness in ubiquitous computing neglect the complex spatial character that is constructed as a side-effect of deploying sensor technology within a space. Through a study of a torch (`flashlight') based interface, we develop a framework for analysing this spatial character generated by sensor technology. This framework is then used to analyse and compare a range of other systems in which sensor technology is used, in order to develop a design spectrum that contrasts the revealing and hiding of a system's structure to users. Finally, we discuss the implications for interfaces situated in public spaces and consider the benefits of hiding structure from users.

Citation

Reeves, S., Pridmore, T., Crabtree, A., Green, J., Benford, S., & O'Malley, C. (2006). The spatial character of sensor technology.

Conference Name Designing Interactive Systems (DIS)
Publication Date Jan 1, 2006
Deposit Date Feb 28, 2007
Publicly Available Date Mar 29, 2024
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Keywords Sensor technology, space, ubiquitous computing, seams
Public URL https://nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1019460

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