scholarly journals Iterative Process to Improve Simple Adaptive Subdivision Surfaces Method for Triangular Meshes

2011 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 1128-1132 ◽  
Author(s):  
Husain
Keyword(s):  
Iterative Process ◽  
Subdivision Surfaces ◽  
Triangular Meshes ◽  
Adaptive Subdivision

An Adjustable Adaptive Subdivision Surface Modeling Based on Triangle Meshes

2010 ◽  
Vol 26-28 ◽  
pp. 702-705
Author(s):  
Fu Qing Zhao ◽  
Xin Ai
Keyword(s):  
Standard Technique ◽  
Adjustable Parameter ◽  
Shape Modeling ◽  
Subdivision Surfaces ◽  
Subdivision Scheme ◽  
Subdivision Surface ◽  
Triangle Meshes ◽  
Good Surface ◽  
Adaptive Subdivision ◽  
Loop Scheme

Subdivision surfaces have become a standard technique for free shape modeling. But tradition subdivision scheme does not adjust the shape of subdivision results. In this paper, We introd uce adjustable adaptive subdivision as a new adaptive subdivision method for triangle meshes. This method applied to the method of adaptive subdivision constructs a new subdivision rule by introducing adjustable parameter to the traditional Loop scheme. The experiment shows that this method not only use fewer meshes to obtain the performance good surface but also can adjust the hape of subdivision surface to satisfy the actual need.

scholarly journals Adaptive Subdivision of Catmull-Clark Subdivision Surfaces

2005 ◽  
Vol 2 (1-4) ◽  
pp. 253-261 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jun-Hai Yong ◽  
Fuhua (Frank) Cheng
Keyword(s):  
Subdivision Surfaces ◽  
Adaptive Subdivision

Bayesian Applications in Auditory Research

2019 ◽  
Vol 62 (3) ◽  
pp. 577-586 ◽  
Author(s):  
Garnett P. McMillan ◽  
John B. Cannon
Keyword(s):  
Monte Carlo ◽  
Markov Chain ◽  
Bayesian Methods ◽  
Prior Distribution ◽  
Interim Analysis ◽  
Iterative Process ◽  
Bayes Theorem ◽  
Sound Therapy ◽  
The Many ◽  
Auditory Research

Purpose This article presents a basic exploration of Bayesian inference to inform researchers unfamiliar to this type of analysis of the many advantages this readily available approach provides. Method First, we demonstrate the development of Bayes' theorem, the cornerstone of Bayesian statistics, into an iterative process of updating priors. Working with a few assumptions, including normalcy and conjugacy of prior distribution, we express how one would calculate the posterior distribution using the prior distribution and the likelihood of the parameter. Next, we move to an example in auditory research by considering the effect of sound therapy for reducing the perceived loudness of tinnitus. In this case, as well as most real-world settings, we turn to Markov chain simulations because the assumptions allowing for easy calculations no longer hold. Using Markov chain Monte Carlo methods, we can illustrate several analysis solutions given by a straightforward Bayesian approach. Conclusion Bayesian methods are widely applicable and can help scientists overcome analysis problems, including how to include existing information, run interim analysis, achieve consensus through measurement, and, most importantly, interpret results correctly. Supplemental Material https://doi.org/10.23641/asha.7822592

Identifying changes in trends in the age standardized incidence of melanoma in Australia

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. 250-252 ◽  
Author(s):  
David M Hille
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Linear Regression ◽  
Iterative Process ◽  
Linear Trend ◽  
Piecewise Linear ◽  
Health Issue ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Piecewise Linear Regression ◽  
Significant Public Health ◽  
Males And Females

ObjectiveTo identify changes in the linear trend of the age-standardized incidence of melanoma in Australia for all persons, males, and females. MethodsA two-piece piecewise linear regression was fitted to the data. The piecewise breakpoint varied through an iterative process to determine the model that best fits the data.ResultsStatistically significant changes in the trendof the age-standardized incidence of melanoma in Australia were found for all persons, males, and females. The optimal breakpoint for all persons and males was at 1998. For females, the optimal breakpoint was at 2005. The trend after these breakpoints was flatter than prior to the breakpoints, but still positive.ConclusionMelanoma is a significant public health issue in Australia. Overall incidence continues to increase. However, the rate at which the incidence is increasing appears to be decreasing.

DESIGN APPROACH TO REHABILITATION: DEVELOPING THERAPY ASSISTIVE PRODUCTS FOR CHILDREN WITH HEMIPLEGIC CEREBRAL PALSY

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 307
Author(s):  
G.Y.A. Shanya I. Perera ◽  
W.M.N. Dilshani Ranasinghe
Keyword(s):  
Cerebral Palsy ◽  
Functional Outcomes ◽  
Iterative Process ◽  
Participatory Design ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Physical Disabilities ◽  
Comprehensive Understanding ◽  
Constructive Feedback ◽  
Children With Disability ◽  
Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy

Therapy plays an important role in rehabilitation of children suffering from physical disabilities. Disability conditions like Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy require vigorous therapy measures, which could be unappealing to children. Using therapy assistive products for rehabilitation can make therapy activities engaging and appealing to children and yield effective outcomes. However, there is limited availability of context based therapy assistive products, which are engaging, and appealing to children suffering from Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy. This study explores how design methodology can be used to develop therapy assistive products for rehabilitation of children with disability. The study is based on developing a set of therapy assistive products to improve the hand-skills of children with Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy. Developing therapy assistive products require comprehensive understanding of therapeutic aspects, design aspects and careful integration of the two disciplines. Hence, practicing multidisciplinary and participatory design approaches in the design process is imperative. Usability of therapy assistive products are highly impactive in nature, and therefore an iterative process of prototyping, testing, receiving constructive feedback and developing the products based on feedback should be adopted to achieve feasible and  functional outcomes.

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