Surface represents a
fundamental change in the way we interact with digital content. With Surface,
we can actually grab data with our hands, and move information between objects
with natural gestures and touch. Surface features a 30-inch tabletop display
whose unique abilities allow for several people to work independently or
simultaneously. All without using a mouse or a keyboard.”
Features :
Features :
Direct Interaction:
The
ability to "grab" digital
information with hands -
interacting with
touch/gesture, not with a
mouse or keyboard.
Multi–Touch:
The
ability to recognize multiple points
of contact at the same
time, not just one (Ex. one
finger, like with most
touch screens), but dozens.
Multi–User:
The Surface’s screen is
horizontal,
allowing many people to
come together around it
and experience a
“collaborative, face–to–face
computing experience”.
Object Recognition:
Physical objects can be placed
on the Surface’s screen to
“trigger different types of
digital responses” (Ex.
cell phones, cameras, & glasses of wine).
how the stuff works??
• The Surface is not a touch-sensitive screen device… The
screen itself is not electronic.
• The Surface uses multiple infrared cameras beneath the
screen/table top to sense objects, physical touch, etc.
• The Surface “recognizes objects based on shape or by
using domino-style identification (domino tags) on the bottom of the objects.”
• This information is processed and displayed using “rear
projection”.
1)
Screen: Diffuser -> ”multitouch" screen. Can process multiple
inputs and recognize objects by their shapes or coded "domino" tags.
(2)
Infrared: The ”machine vision" is
aimed at the screen. Once an object touches the tabletop -> the light
reflects back and is picked up by infrared cameras.
(3)
CPU: Uses similar components as current desktop computers -> Core 2 Duo
processor, 2GB of RAM and a 256MB graphics card. Wireless communication -> WiFi and Bluetooth antennas (future -> RFID). Operating
system -> modified version of Microsoft Vista.
(4)
Projector: Uses a DLP light engine ( rear-projection HDTVs).
I would also like to say that this coming technology is to be launched for commercial purpose only.
Hope the readers find this interesting.
I would also like to say that this coming technology is to be launched for commercial purpose only.
Hope the readers find this interesting.
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