Title :
Albert, Al & Bart and the special relativity theory
Author :
La Regina, F. ; Laria, Giuseppe ; Posella, Giovanni ; Regina, Elena La ; Fiorelli, Daniela
Author_Institution :
OGM Animation Studios, Cosenza
Abstract :
This paper expounds the development of a 3D multimedia product intended to explain elements of physics. It could be an innovative approach to m-learning, using cartoonspsila language to stimulate the youngest studentspsila attention. The aim is the exploration of cartoons as an alternative way of lesson. The short film has one leading character and three supporting characters. It was totally developed in Computer Graphics (CGI) using four virtual sets and nine lighting schemata. Albert, a nice scientist with flowing hair, explains the special relativity theory. He shows Bart, his bouncing assistant, that travels close to the speed of light and the effects of velocity.
Keywords :
computer aided instruction; computer graphics; mobile computing; multimedia systems; physics education; 3D multimedia product; computer graphics; m-learning; special relativity theory; Animation; Computer graphics; Electronic mail; Hair; Physics; Solid modeling; Surface fitting; Surface texture; Videos; Writing; CGI; Cartoons; Edutainment; M-Learning; Physics; Relativity;
Conference_Titel :
ELMAR, 2008. 50th International Symposium
Conference_Location :
Zadar
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-3364-3
