A shape-based visual interface for text retrieval
Rohrer, R.M.
Sibert, J.L.
Ebert, D.S.
Dept. of Comput. Sci., George Washington Univ., Washington, DC;
This paper appears in: Computer Graphics and Applications, IEEE
Publication Date: Sep/Oct 1999
Volume: 19,
Issue: 5
On page(s): 40-46
ISSN: 0272-1716
References Cited: 14
CODEN: ICGADZ
INSPEC Accession Number: 6353312
Digital Object Identifier: 10.1109/38.788797
Current Version Published: 2002-08-06
Abstract
We describe a shape-based visual interface for information
retrieval and interactive exploration that exploits shape recognition.
Our exploratory system uses procedurally generated shapes coupled with
an underlying text-retrieval engine. A visual interface based on 3D
shapes (glyphs) enhances traditional text-based queries and
summarization. Our interface lets users visualize multidimensional
relationships among documents and perceive more information than with
conventional text-based interfaces. It promotes information overview and
drill-down in support of analysis. Before describing our visual
interface and application, we introduce information retrieval within the
context of data mining and provide a brief overview of procedural shape
generation. We then describe our current system and give a few relevant
examples. Finally, we offer some ideas for future enhancements and
direction
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