Includes hierarchy of structures from the atomic to microstructural levels. Defects, atom mobility, solid-state electrochemical processes, phase equilibria, and phase transformations are discussed in the context of controlling properties for various applications of ceramics. Numerous examples from current technology. Emphasis on human interface design issues and interaction techniques to successfully exploit the speech medium for computer applications, including extensive reading from current research literature. This research course is scheduled for Fall 2001-02, but does not have a description in the Course Catalog.
Emphasis is placed on the integration of fundamental concepts with approaches of process design.
Problems are emphasized that demand synthesis, economic analysis, and process design. Goal is to give students practice in how theory in this domain can be adapted and adopted in the design of innovative interactive technology. Surveys the technology of spatial imaging from stereoscopes to holograms, emphasizing unaided viewing systems, and explores the perceptual, technical, and aesthetic bases of satisfying three-dimensional image communication. Includes a review of the elements of imaging optics. Open to qualified undergraduates.