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We've been exploring multitouch technology, both hardware and software since
last summer. In February, I put together a series of blog posts, looking at
some of the design challenges involved in creating multitouch (and
multiuser) applications.
http://www.ideum.com/blog/2009/02/25/multitouch-exhibit-design-1-interaction-and-feedback/
Also, I can recommend Lynn Marentette's Interactive Multimedia Technology
blog.
http://interactivemultimediatechnology.blogspot.com/
Finally, if you haven't seen the Microsoft Surface Parody video it is worth
checking out.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZrr7AZ9nCY
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On Tue, Oct 20, 2009 at 11:29 AM, Madlyn Runburg <[log in to unmask]>wrote:
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> You might check with Swaner Eco-center in Park City, Utah. I am not sure
> what technology powers their
> Preserving the Balance exhibit, but it seems similar. The screen shows a
> topo map of the 1,200 acre wetlands preserve. You can touch triangles on
> the screen to zoom into different areas and explore a variety of topics from
> the wildlife in that area to restoration activities. It feels a little
> like a virtual tour with your own guide. I have used it over and over and
> find it to be a wonderful format for sharing information while letting the
> visitor choose what they want to know. It also seems to have broad appeal
> across the various age groups.
>
> http://www.swanerecocenter.org/ecocenter/exhibits.html
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> Warm regards,
> Madlyn Runburg
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> Utah Museum of Natural History
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> On 10/20/09 11:14 AM, "Michael Forrester" <[log in to unmask]>
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> Please reply to all. This is a new technology that we here at COSI are
> interested in but have not quite figured out how we would want to use
> it. Any videos that you had demonstrating the technology would be great
> too!
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> Thanks,
>
> Michael
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> >>> Linda Carbone <[log in to unmask]> 10/20/2009 12:31 PM >>>
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> Hi!
> The National Center for Atmospheric Research has just received a
> Microsoft Surfaceİ --- touchscreen computer table. We would be very
> interested in hearing from any of you who has expertise/experience on
> the use of the following technology interfaces for visitors on the
> museum floor:
>
> 1. Microsoft Surfaceİ -- Are you using one now or planning to obtain
> one? If so how is it or how will it be used?
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> 2. Touch screens -- Do you use them to allow to visitors to explore
> science topics? How successful is that?
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> Thank you!
> Linda
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