Visual Informatics: Bridging Research and Practice: First International Visual Informatics Conference, IVIC 2009 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, November 11-13, 2009 Proceedings

Front Matter....Pages -
Detecting Emotions from Connected Action Sequences....Pages 1-11
High Performance Computing for Visualisation and Image Analysis....Pages 12-21
CCTV Video Analytics: Recent Advances and Limitations....Pages 22-34
Video Forgery and Special Effect Production....Pages 35-37
Segmentation of the Left Ventricle in Myocardial Perfusion SPECT Using Active Shape Model....Pages 38-49
Hierarchical Approach for Fast and Efficient Collision Detection in Urban Simulation....Pages 50-57
Generating 3D Visual Expression Using Semantic Simplification Description Based on Logical Representation....Pages 58-65
Optimal Discrete Wavelet Frames Features for Texture-Based Image Retrieval Applications....Pages 66-77
Design Architecture for IMPlayer as a Tool for Supporting Visual Education Presentation....Pages 78-89
Vision-Based Mobile Robot Navigation Using Image Processing and Cell Decomposition....Pages 90-96
Automated Segmentation and Retrieval System for CT Head Images....Pages 97-109
Real-Time Object-Based Video Segmentation Using Colour Segmentation and Connected Component Labeling....Pages 110-121
Automatic Vertebral Fracture Assessment System (AVFAS) for Spinal Pathologies Diagnosis Based on Radiograph X-Ray Images....Pages 122-135
Quasi-Gaussian DCT Filter for Speckle Reduction of Ultrasound Images....Pages 136-147
Additional Cues Derived from Three Dimensional Image Processing to Aid Customised Reconstruction for Medical Applications....Pages 148-155
A New Approach of Skull Fracture Detection in CT Brain Images....Pages 156-167
Application of Information Visualization Techniques in Representing Patients’ Temporal Personal History Data....Pages 168-179
Development of Total Knee Replacement Digital Templating Software....Pages 180-190
Inter-frame Enhancement of Ultrasound Images Using Optical Flow....Pages 191-201
Segmentation of Sinus Images for Grading of Severity of Sinusitis....Pages 202-212
A Proposed Biologically Inspired Model for Object Recognition....Pages 213-222
Visualization of the Newly Designed Jig and Fixture for Computer-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery....Pages 223-231
The Determination of the Number of Suspicious Clustered Micro Calcifications on ROI of Mammogram Images....Pages 232-242
Assessment of Ulcer Wounds Size Using 3D Skin Surface Imaging....Pages 243-253
Enhanced Lips Detection and Tracking System....Pages 254-265
Time-Space-Activity Conflict Detection Using 4D Visualization in Multi-storied Construction Project....Pages 266-278
Haptic Texture Rendering Based on Visual Texture Information: A Study to Achieve Realistic Haptic Texture Rendering....Pages 279-287
Multi-tiered S-SOA, Parameter-Driven New Islamic Syariah Products of Holistic Islamic Banking System (HiCORE): Virtual Banking Environment....Pages 288-301
Tangible Interaction in Learning Astronomy through Augmented Reality Book-Based Educational Tool....Pages 302-313
Using Wavelet Extraction for Haptic Texture Classification....Pages 314-325
Mixed Reality Book: A Visualization Tool....Pages 326-336
Usability Evaluation of Multimedia Courseware (MEL-SindD)....Pages 337-343
Development of an Augmented Reality Rare Book and Manuscript for Special Library Collection (AR Rare-BM)....Pages 344-355
Virtual Visualisation Laboratory for Science and Mathematics Content (Vlab-SMC) with Special Reference to Teaching and Learning of Chemistry....Pages 356-370
Augmented Reality as a Remedial Paradigm for Negative Numbers: Content Aspect....Pages 371-381
Collaborative Augmented Reality: Multi-user Interaction in Urban Simulation....Pages 382-391
ViSTREET: An Educational Virtual Environment for the Teaching of Road Safety Skills to School Students....Pages 392-403
Designing 3 Dimensional Virtual Reality Using Panoramic Image....Pages 404-414
Design Framework for Sketch Based Technique in 3D Navigation of Cluttered Virtual Environment....Pages 415-426
Applying Virtual Rehearsal Principle in Developing a Persuasive Multimedia Learning Environment (PMLE)....Pages 427-435
Retracted: Visualization of Positive and Monotone Data by Rational Quadratic Spline....Pages 436-447
Thickness Characterization of 3D Skin Surface Images Using Reference Line Construction Approach....Pages 448-454
An Approach to Derive Parametric L-System Using Genetic Algorithm....Pages 455-466
Recyclable Waste Paper Sorting Using Template Matching....Pages 467-478
Noise Detection Fuzzy (NDF) Filter for Removing Salt and Pepper Noise....Pages 479-486
Handwriting Recognition Algorithm in Different Languages: Survey....Pages 487-497
United Zernike Invariants for Character Images....Pages 498-509
Using Animation in Active Learning Tool to Detect Possible Attacks in Cryptographic Protocols....Pages 510-520
Secure Minutiae-Based Fingerprint Templates Using Random Triangle Hashing....Pages 521-531
Combinatorial Color Space Models for Skin Detection in Sub-continental Human Images....Pages 532-542
Visualization of JPEG Metadata....Pages 543-550
Fingerprint Classification Based on Analysis of Singularities and Image Quality....Pages 551-560
An Algorithm for Treating Uncertainties in the Visualization of Pipeline Sensors’ Datasets....Pages 561-572
Event Based Simulator for Parallel Computing over the Wide Area Network for Real Time Visualization....Pages 573-584
Adaptive-Neuro Fuzzy Inference System for Human Posture Classification Using a Simplified Shock Graph....Pages 585-595
Extraction and Classification of Human Gait Features....Pages 596-606
Salt and Pepper Noise Removal from Document Images....Pages 607-618
Color Image Magnification: Geometrical Pattern Classification Approach....Pages 619-626
Lifting Scheme DWT Implementation in a Wireless Vision Sensor Network....Pages 627-635
Illumination Compensation for Document Images Using Local-Global Block Analysis....Pages 636-644
Automatic Image Annotation Using Color K-Means Clustering....Pages 645-652
Image Compression Using Stitching with Harris Corner Detector and SPIHT Coding....Pages 653-663
SMARViz: Soft Maximal Association Rules Visualization....Pages 664-674
Visualisation Enhancement of HoloCatT Matrix....Pages 675-685
Modeling of Electromagnetic Waves Using Statistical and Numerical Techniques....Pages 686-695
Visual Language Framework for Plant Modeling Using L-System....Pages 696-707
Inclusion of Property Profile in the Production Rule Pattern for Visualization Software Design....Pages 708-714
Low Memory Implementation of Saliency Map Using Strip-Based Method....Pages 715-726
Baseline Image Classification Approach Using Local Minima Selection....Pages 727-737
Orientation Features-Based Face Detection by Using Local Orientation Histogram Framework....Pages 738-747
Estimating Extremal Planes to Extract Crest Lines from Volumetric Data....Pages 748-758
Designing of Roaming Protocol for Bluetooth Equipped Multi Agent Systems....Pages 759-769
Logical Heuristic Algorithm in Extracting 2D Structure Thinned Binary Image into Freeman Chain Code (FCC)....Pages 770-778
VisEL: Visualisation of Expertise Level in a Special Interest Group Knowledge Portal....Pages 779-788
genDMG: A Generic Graph Representation Layout to Visualize Existing Software Artifacts....Pages 789-799
An Automatic Optical Flow Based Method for the Detection and Restoration of Non-repetitive Damaged Zones in Image Sequences....Pages 800-810
Are Visual Informatics Actually Useful in Practice: A Study in a Film Studies Context....Pages 811-821
The Effect of Visual of a Courseware towards Pre-University Students’ Learning in Literature....Pages 822-831
Visual Learning in Application of Integration....Pages 832-843
Learning Science Using AR Book: A Preliminary Study on Visual Needs of Deaf Learners....Pages 844-855
Usage-Centered Design Approach in Design of Malaysia Sexuality Education (MSE) Courseware....Pages 856-867
V2S: Voice to Sign Language Translation System for Malaysian Deaf People....Pages 868-876
Real World Issues in Developing a Malaysian Forest Battlefield Environment for Small Unit Tactics Using 3D Graphics....Pages 877-885
Students Perception towards the Implementation of Computer Graphics Technology in Class via Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) Model....Pages 886-893
Information System Development Model: Theories Analysis and Guidelines....Pages 894-904
Assistive Courseware for Visually-Impaired....Pages 905-915
Erratum to: Visualization of Positive and Monotone Data by Rational Quadratic Spline....Pages 916-916
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