+------------------------------------------+
| Human-Computer Interaction Laboratory |
| of the |
| Naval Research Laboratory |
| |
| Position Available |
+------------------------------------------+

Participate in developing the next generation of VE interface tools.

Research group specializing in advanced interaction techniques and
input devices, seeks computer graphics developer to help construct
Virtual Environments and devise new ways of interacting with them.

Our Research: Controls for Virtual Environments
-----------------------------------------------
Our group investigates, creates, and evaluates new controls that allow
people to apply multiple sensory-motor channels in concert to perform
maneuvering and manipulation tasks in Virtual Environments. We apply
knowledge from the fields of computer graphics, software engineering,
user interface design, pattern recognition, and input device construc-
tion to develop new interface technology. We are currently building
new hand and foot controls to explore different means of maneuvering
through VEs.

We develop on a range of SGI computers using Performer and work with a
variety of display systems (eg HMDs & large screen projection systems),
3D trackers, sensors, and audio systems.

Current focus on Virtual Locomotion
-----------------------------------
We are developing a real-time walking simulator, based on having a person
step in place to move through VE. This approach allows people to mix
virtual walking with a wide range of body movements including taking
real steps, stepping to turn, one and two footed pivots, and advancing in
a crouched position. The current version of the system moves the user's
viewpoint through VE. The next 'step' is to develop an articulated figure
driven by this mechanism. The gestural motions of walking and running
in place will be remapped into simulated locomotion.

Experience with the computer animation of realistic human motion, and an
appreciation of the biomechanics of motion would be of particular interest
to us.

We are looking for someone to
-----------------------------
- develop existing VE testbeds used to study interaction techniques
- help design and implement new techniques & software architectures

The successful candidate will have a background in 3D computer graphics,
a BS or MS in computer science, engineering or equivalent, and strong
Unix and C++ programming skills.

The Setting
-----------
The Naval Research Laboratory is located in Washington, DC. The HCI
Laboratory is part of the Navy Center for Applied Research in
Artificial Intelligence.

U.S. Citizenship is required. NRL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Send inquires to: templeman@itd.nrl.navy.mil

-------------------------------------------------------------------
To unsubscribe send UNSUBSCRIBE BIOMCH-L to LISTSERV@nic.surfnet.nl
For more information: http://www.kin.ucalgary.ca/isb/biomch-l.html
-------------------------------------------------------------------