Margreta De Grazia
- Published in print:
- 1991
- Published Online:
- October 2011
- ISBN:
- 9780198117780
- eISBN:
- 9780191671067
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780198117780.001.0001
- Subject:
- Literature, Shakespeare Studies
This book challenges traditional Shakespeare scholarship through a study of its textual primacy in the late eighteenth century. The book's examination of earlier treatments demonstrates that concepts ...
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This book challenges traditional Shakespeare scholarship through a study of its textual primacy in the late eighteenth century. The book's examination of earlier treatments demonstrates that concepts now basic to Shakespeare studies were once largely irrelevant. Only with Edmond Malone's 1790 Shakespeare edition do such criteria as authenticity, historical periodisation, factual biography, chronological development, and in-depth readings become dominant. However, their emergence then must not be seen as the overdue installation of proper scholarly and literary procedures, but rather as a specific historical response to the problem the Shakespeare corpus has posed since its definition by the 1623 Folio. The remarkable efficacy of Malone's apparatus over the past two hundred years testifies not to its ‘truth’, but rather to its endorsement of a continuing Enlightenment epistemology irreconcilable with the past linguistic and mechanical practices it purports accurately to reproduce. This challenging book has both practical and theoretical implications for Shakespeare studies in the 1990s and beyond.Less
This book challenges traditional Shakespeare scholarship through a study of its textual primacy in the late eighteenth century. The book's examination of earlier treatments demonstrates that concepts now basic to Shakespeare studies were once largely irrelevant. Only with Edmond Malone's 1790 Shakespeare edition do such criteria as authenticity, historical periodisation, factual biography, chronological development, and in-depth readings become dominant. However, their emergence then must not be seen as the overdue installation of proper scholarly and literary procedures, but rather as a specific historical response to the problem the Shakespeare corpus has posed since its definition by the 1623 Folio. The remarkable efficacy of Malone's apparatus over the past two hundred years testifies not to its ‘truth’, but rather to its endorsement of a continuing Enlightenment epistemology irreconcilable with the past linguistic and mechanical practices it purports accurately to reproduce. This challenging book has both practical and theoretical implications for Shakespeare studies in the 1990s and beyond.
Ian P. Howard
- Published in print:
- 2012
- Published Online:
- May 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780199764167
- eISBN:
- 9780199949373
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199764167.003.0291
- Subject:
- Psychology, Vision, Cognitive Psychology
This brief chapter reviews the topics discussed in all three volumes.
This brief chapter reviews the topics discussed in all three volumes.
Andrew E. Welchman
- Published in print:
- 2011
- Published Online:
- September 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780195387247
- eISBN:
- 9780199918379
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195387247.003.0019
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
This chapter reviews advances in elucidating functional specialization for depth processing by the human brain while recognizing the complexity of the problem. It starts by discussing the conceptual ...
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This chapter reviews advances in elucidating functional specialization for depth processing by the human brain while recognizing the complexity of the problem. It starts by discussing the conceptual and methodological challenges faced when investigating the neural circuits that process depth signals. It then reviews evidence for the specialization of different cortical areas in processing individual depth cues. Finally, it discusses work examining the representation of 3D structure from a combination of signals. The tenet of the chapter is that linking functional magnetic resonance imaging recordings with psychophysical measurements provides a strong basis from which to test the cortical representation of 3D structure.Less
This chapter reviews advances in elucidating functional specialization for depth processing by the human brain while recognizing the complexity of the problem. It starts by discussing the conceptual and methodological challenges faced when investigating the neural circuits that process depth signals. It then reviews evidence for the specialization of different cortical areas in processing individual depth cues. Finally, it discusses work examining the representation of 3D structure from a combination of signals. The tenet of the chapter is that linking functional magnetic resonance imaging recordings with psychophysical measurements provides a strong basis from which to test the cortical representation of 3D structure.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0014
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
This chapter discusses depth vision in animals other than cats and primates. These include invertebrates, fish, amphibian, reptiles, birds, and mammals.
This chapter discusses depth vision in animals other than cats and primates. These include invertebrates, fish, amphibian, reptiles, birds, and mammals.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0022
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
An object in one location can influence the perceived spatial disposition of an object in a neighbouring location or of an object seen successively in the same location. This chapter discusses these ...
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An object in one location can influence the perceived spatial disposition of an object in a neighbouring location or of an object seen successively in the same location. This chapter discusses these effects, which are referred to as depth contrast. Topics covered include types of depth contrast, depth attraction and repulsion, depth contrast with point and lines, depth contrast between surfaces, disparity contrast mechanisms, successive depth contrast, and contrast and deformation disparities.Less
An object in one location can influence the perceived spatial disposition of an object in a neighbouring location or of an object seen successively in the same location. This chapter discusses these effects, which are referred to as depth contrast. Topics covered include types of depth contrast, depth attraction and repulsion, depth contrast with point and lines, depth contrast between surfaces, disparity contrast mechanisms, successive depth contrast, and contrast and deformation disparities.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0026
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
Information about the distance and depth of an object interacts with information about other features of an object. Depth constancies are one manifestation of this interaction. Perceptual constancy ...
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Information about the distance and depth of an object interacts with information about other features of an object. Depth constancies are one manifestation of this interaction. Perceptual constancy refers to the ability to judge accurately a feature of the visual world that is detected by sensory components that are not constant. This chapter discusses these issues. Topics covered include types of depth constancy, size constancy, constancy of 2-D shape, constancy of relative depth, constancy of 3-D shape, and speed constancy.Less
Information about the distance and depth of an object interacts with information about other features of an object. Depth constancies are one manifestation of this interaction. Perceptual constancy refers to the ability to judge accurately a feature of the visual world that is detected by sensory components that are not constant. This chapter discusses these issues. Topics covered include types of depth constancy, size constancy, constancy of 2-D shape, constancy of relative depth, constancy of 3-D shape, and speed constancy.
Leon Mestel
- Published in print:
- 2012
- Published Online:
- May 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780199641741
- eISBN:
- 9780191738609
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199641741.001.0001
- Subject:
- Physics, Particle Physics / Astrophysics / Cosmology
Ongoing studies in mathematical depth, and inferences from ‘helioseismological’ observations of the internal solar rotation have shown up the limitations in our knowledge of the solar interior and of ...
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Ongoing studies in mathematical depth, and inferences from ‘helioseismological’ observations of the internal solar rotation have shown up the limitations in our knowledge of the solar interior and of our understanding of the solar dynamo, manifested in particular by the sunspot cycle, the Maunder minimum, and solar flares. This second edition of this book retains the overall structure as the first edition, but is designed so as to be self-contained with the early chapters presenting the basic physics and mathematics underlying cosmical magnetohydrodynamics, followed by studies of the specific applications appropriate for a book devoted to a central area in astrophysics.Less
Ongoing studies in mathematical depth, and inferences from ‘helioseismological’ observations of the internal solar rotation have shown up the limitations in our knowledge of the solar interior and of our understanding of the solar dynamo, manifested in particular by the sunspot cycle, the Maunder minimum, and solar flares. This second edition of this book retains the overall structure as the first edition, but is designed so as to be self-contained with the early chapters presenting the basic physics and mathematics underlying cosmical magnetohydrodynamics, followed by studies of the specific applications appropriate for a book devoted to a central area in astrophysics.
Martin S. Banks, Johannes Burge, and Robert T. Held
- Published in print:
- 2011
- Published Online:
- September 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780195387247
- eISBN:
- 9780199918379
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195387247.003.0011
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
This chapter uses the Bayesian framework to explore the information content of some underappreciated sources of depth information: the shape of the contour dividing two image regions and the pattern ...
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This chapter uses the Bayesian framework to explore the information content of some underappreciated sources of depth information: the shape of the contour dividing two image regions and the pattern of blur across the retinal image. It argues that previous claims that blur is a weak depth cue providing only coarse ordinal information are incorrect. When the depth information contained in blur is represented in the Bayesian framework, it provides useful information about metric depth when combined with information from nonmetric depth cues like perspective. The conventional, geometry-based taxonomy that classifies depth cues according to the type of distance information they provide is unnecessary. By capitalizing on the statistical relationship between images and the environment to which the study's visual systems have been exposed, the probabilistic approach used in this chapter aims to yield a richer understanding of how 3D layout is perceived.Less
This chapter uses the Bayesian framework to explore the information content of some underappreciated sources of depth information: the shape of the contour dividing two image regions and the pattern of blur across the retinal image. It argues that previous claims that blur is a weak depth cue providing only coarse ordinal information are incorrect. When the depth information contained in blur is represented in the Bayesian framework, it provides useful information about metric depth when combined with information from nonmetric depth cues like perspective. The conventional, geometry-based taxonomy that classifies depth cues according to the type of distance information they provide is unnecessary. By capitalizing on the statistical relationship between images and the environment to which the study's visual systems have been exposed, the probabilistic approach used in this chapter aims to yield a richer understanding of how 3D layout is perceived.
W. Poppelreuter
- Published in print:
- 1990
- Published Online:
- March 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780198521907
- eISBN:
- 9780191724664
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780198521907.001.0001
- Subject:
- Neuroscience, Disorders of the Nervous System
During the First World War many soldiers suffered brain injuries, mostly from gunshot wounds. The localized nature of these injuries made them of special significance for neuropsychological studies ...
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During the First World War many soldiers suffered brain injuries, mostly from gunshot wounds. The localized nature of these injuries made them of special significance for neuropsychological studies and they were the subject of research by British and German psychologists and neurologists working in military hospitals. The work carried out by Walther Poppelreuter in Germany is of particular interest. He was one of the first to design and use precise experimental methods for neuropsychological assessment and analysis. Poppelreuter was also one of the first to suggest a relatively specific processing of visual submodalities such as movement, depth, form, and colour in the prestriate areas. Much of his practical advice on the management of patients is still of value. Anyone concerned with brain injuries, especially of the occipital lobe, can still benefit from his contribution. This translation makes this classic now available to a wider audience.Less
During the First World War many soldiers suffered brain injuries, mostly from gunshot wounds. The localized nature of these injuries made them of special significance for neuropsychological studies and they were the subject of research by British and German psychologists and neurologists working in military hospitals. The work carried out by Walther Poppelreuter in Germany is of particular interest. He was one of the first to design and use precise experimental methods for neuropsychological assessment and analysis. Poppelreuter was also one of the first to suggest a relatively specific processing of visual submodalities such as movement, depth, form, and colour in the prestriate areas. Much of his practical advice on the management of patients is still of value. Anyone concerned with brain injuries, especially of the occipital lobe, can still benefit from his contribution. This translation makes this classic now available to a wider audience.
Nicole Bolleyer
- Published in print:
- 2009
- Published Online:
- September 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780199570607
- eISBN:
- 9780191721953
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199570607.003.0007
- Subject:
- Political Science, Comparative Politics, European Union
This chapter argues that the interplay of institutionalization and integration of intergovernmental arrangements affects the precision, the substantial depth and function of informal ...
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This chapter argues that the interplay of institutionalization and integration of intergovernmental arrangements affects the precision, the substantial depth and function of informal intergovernmental agreements which, in turn, affects the effectiveness of intergovernmental cooperation. It comparatively assesses non-binding intergovernmental agreements issued in 2004 and 2005 by both generalist and policy-specific arrangements in Canada, Switzerland, and the United States. The findings indicate that intragovernmental dynamics simultaneously affect the set-up of arrangements and nature of agreements. While institutionalization has a direct impact on agreements as well, the findings imply that it matters most in those contexts where the intragovernmental incentives are favourable towards strong arrangements in the first place. Federal reforms – as far as reforms are supposed to counteract dominant intragovernmental incentive structures – are unlikely to have a strong impact in intergovernmental cooperation.Less
This chapter argues that the interplay of institutionalization and integration of intergovernmental arrangements affects the precision, the substantial depth and function of informal intergovernmental agreements which, in turn, affects the effectiveness of intergovernmental cooperation. It comparatively assesses non-binding intergovernmental agreements issued in 2004 and 2005 by both generalist and policy-specific arrangements in Canada, Switzerland, and the United States. The findings indicate that intragovernmental dynamics simultaneously affect the set-up of arrangements and nature of agreements. While institutionalization has a direct impact on agreements as well, the findings imply that it matters most in those contexts where the intragovernmental incentives are favourable towards strong arrangements in the first place. Federal reforms – as far as reforms are supposed to counteract dominant intragovernmental incentive structures – are unlikely to have a strong impact in intergovernmental cooperation.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0011
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
This chapter reviews the development of visual functions, with an emphasis on the development of depth perception. The discussions cover the development of basic functions; the growth of the ...
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This chapter reviews the development of visual functions, with an emphasis on the development of depth perception. The discussions cover the development of basic functions; the growth of the oculomotor system; the development of depth perception; the development of stereoacuity; and binocular correspondence.Less
This chapter reviews the development of visual functions, with an emphasis on the development of depth perception. The discussions cover the development of basic functions; the growth of the oculomotor system; the development of depth perception; the development of stereoacuity; and binocular correspondence.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0012
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
Much can be learned about the visual system by studying clinical defects and abnormalities. This chapter reviews defects of depth perception that result from brain damage or genetic defects such as ...
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Much can be learned about the visual system by studying clinical defects and abnormalities. This chapter reviews defects of depth perception that result from brain damage or genetic defects such as albinism, with particular attention paid to the signs and symptoms of loss of binocularity. The discussions cover stereoanomalies; brain damage and stereopsis; abnormal interocular transfer; binocularity and proprioception; and albinism.Less
Much can be learned about the visual system by studying clinical defects and abnormalities. This chapter reviews defects of depth perception that result from brain damage or genetic defects such as albinism, with particular attention paid to the signs and symptoms of loss of binocularity. The discussions cover stereoanomalies; brain damage and stereopsis; abnormal interocular transfer; binocularity and proprioception; and albinism.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0018
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
The spatial separation of the eyes causes a difference in the images in the two eyes formed by a solid object. These differences, or binocular disparities, form the basis for stereoscopic vision. ...
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The spatial separation of the eyes causes a difference in the images in the two eyes formed by a solid object. These differences, or binocular disparities, form the basis for stereoscopic vision. This chapter discusses the extent to which each of these differences is used as a basis for stereopsis. Topics covered include feature tokens for stereopsis, monocular occlusion, occlusion as a depth token, stereopsis from illusions, chromostereopsis, and irradiation stereopsis.Less
The spatial separation of the eyes causes a difference in the images in the two eyes formed by a solid object. These differences, or binocular disparities, form the basis for stereoscopic vision. This chapter discusses the extent to which each of these differences is used as a basis for stereopsis. Topics covered include feature tokens for stereopsis, monocular occlusion, occlusion as a depth token, stereopsis from illusions, chromostereopsis, and irradiation stereopsis.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0021
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
The horizontal separation of the eyes introduces disparities along the horizontal dimension. It has been generally assumed that only horizontal disparities are used to code depth. However, the images ...
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The horizontal separation of the eyes introduces disparities along the horizontal dimension. It has been generally assumed that only horizontal disparities are used to code depth. However, the images from an extended surface also possess vertical disparities and it is now known that the visual system uses vertical disparities in a variety of ways, including the perception of absolute distance, depth scaling of horizontal disparities, and the perception of 3-D shape. This chapter discusses these issues. Topics covered include perception of slant, perception of inclination, stereoscopic anisotropies, disparities and distance scaling, and disparity-defined shape.Less
The horizontal separation of the eyes introduces disparities along the horizontal dimension. It has been generally assumed that only horizontal disparities are used to code depth. However, the images from an extended surface also possess vertical disparities and it is now known that the visual system uses vertical disparities in a variety of ways, including the perception of absolute distance, depth scaling of horizontal disparities, and the perception of 3-D shape. This chapter discusses these issues. Topics covered include perception of slant, perception of inclination, stereoscopic anisotropies, disparities and distance scaling, and disparity-defined shape.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0023
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
The appearance of an object or of the way we respond to it can be influenced by its perceived distance with respect to other objects. For instance, the way one object appears to move with respect to ...
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The appearance of an object or of the way we respond to it can be influenced by its perceived distance with respect to other objects. For instance, the way one object appears to move with respect to another object is influenced by how the objects are arranged in depth. Also, stimuli that interact when seen in the same depth plane may cease to interact when separated in depth. This is a useful feature of perception because it allows us to concentrate our attention on objects in the plane of interest without being distracted by events occurring in other depth planes. This chapter discusses these issues. Topics covered include stereopsis and figure perception, stereo and motion segregation, and stereoscopic interpolation.Less
The appearance of an object or of the way we respond to it can be influenced by its perceived distance with respect to other objects. For instance, the way one object appears to move with respect to another object is influenced by how the objects are arranged in depth. Also, stimuli that interact when seen in the same depth plane may cease to interact when separated in depth. This is a useful feature of perception because it allows us to concentrate our attention on objects in the plane of interest without being distracted by events occurring in other depth planes. This chapter discusses these issues. Topics covered include stereopsis and figure perception, stereo and motion segregation, and stereoscopic interpolation.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0027
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
Depth cue refers to information about depth arising from a specified visual feature. Depth cues interact in many ways. Information provided by two different cues may be added or averaged or one cue ...
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Depth cue refers to information about depth arising from a specified visual feature. Depth cues interact in many ways. Information provided by two different cues may be added or averaged or one cue may resolve the ambiguity of another cue. When information from one cue conflicts with that from another, the conflict may be resolved by weighting the cues or one cue may be ignored. This chapter reviews these and other ways in which depth information is combined. Topics covered include types of cue interaction, disparity and motion parallax, disparity and perspective, disparity and interposition, disparity and transparency, disparity and shading, disparity and accommodation, and cognition and depth-cue interactions.Less
Depth cue refers to information about depth arising from a specified visual feature. Depth cues interact in many ways. Information provided by two different cues may be added or averaged or one cue may resolve the ambiguity of another cue. When information from one cue conflicts with that from another, the conflict may be resolved by weighting the cues or one cue may be ignored. This chapter reviews these and other ways in which depth information is combined. Topics covered include types of cue interaction, disparity and motion parallax, disparity and perspective, disparity and interposition, disparity and transparency, disparity and shading, disparity and accommodation, and cognition and depth-cue interactions.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0029
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
Approaching objects produce images that change in the following ways. First, each image grows in size, an effect known as looming. Secondly, the images in the two eyes change in disparity over time. ...
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Approaching objects produce images that change in the following ways. First, each image grows in size, an effect known as looming. Secondly, the images in the two eyes change in disparity over time. Thirdly, the two images differ in the way they move. This chapter discusses the signals used in the perception of approaching objects and the way these signals are processed in the nervous system. Topics covered include judging time-to-contact, monocular cues, binocular cues, spatial features, aftereffects of motion in depth, and physiology of motion in depth.Less
Approaching objects produce images that change in the following ways. First, each image grows in size, an effect known as looming. Secondly, the images in the two eyes change in disparity over time. Thirdly, the two images differ in the way they move. This chapter discusses the signals used in the perception of approaching objects and the way these signals are processed in the nervous system. Topics covered include judging time-to-contact, monocular cues, binocular cues, spatial features, aftereffects of motion in depth, and physiology of motion in depth.
Ian P. Howard
- Published in print:
- 2012
- Published Online:
- May 2012
- ISBN:
- 9780199764167
- eISBN:
- 9780199949373
- Item type:
- book
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199764167.001.0001
- Subject:
- Psychology, Vision, Cognitive Psychology
This volume deals with all depth-perception mechanisms other than stereoscopic vision. It first deals with the visual depth cues of accommodation, vergence eye movements, perspective, interposition, ...
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This volume deals with all depth-perception mechanisms other than stereoscopic vision. It first deals with the visual depth cues of accommodation, vergence eye movements, perspective, interposition, shading, and motion parallax. Ways in which depth cues interact are discussed. These interactions improve discrimination of depth intervals and motion in depth. They also allow us to perceive constancy of size, shape, and relative depth. Pathologies of visual depth perception are described, including visual neglect, and albinism. An account is given of how visual information is used to guide movements of the hand and of the body. Non-visual mechanisms of depth perception are then described. These include audition, echolocation by bats and marine mammals, electrolocation in electric fish, and thermal organs in snakes. The book ends with an account of mechanisms that animals use in navigation and migration.Less
This volume deals with all depth-perception mechanisms other than stereoscopic vision. It first deals with the visual depth cues of accommodation, vergence eye movements, perspective, interposition, shading, and motion parallax. Ways in which depth cues interact are discussed. These interactions improve discrimination of depth intervals and motion in depth. They also allow us to perceive constancy of size, shape, and relative depth. Pathologies of visual depth perception are described, including visual neglect, and albinism. An account is given of how visual information is used to guide movements of the hand and of the body. Non-visual mechanisms of depth perception are then described. These include audition, echolocation by bats and marine mammals, electrolocation in electric fish, and thermal organs in snakes. The book ends with an account of mechanisms that animals use in navigation and migration.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0001
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
This introductory chapter begins with an overview of the chapters in these two volumes. Volume I deals with the basic visual mechanisms used in depth perception. Volume II deals with the perception ...
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This introductory chapter begins with an overview of the chapters in these two volumes. Volume I deals with the basic visual mechanisms used in depth perception. Volume II deals with the perception of three-dimensional space. This is followed by a discussion of basic terms and concepts: binocular vision and stereopsis, and binocular stimuli and processes. The chapter concludes with some guidelines for using the book and suggests other books on seeing in depth.Less
This introductory chapter begins with an overview of the chapters in these two volumes. Volume I deals with the basic visual mechanisms used in depth perception. Volume II deals with the perception of three-dimensional space. This is followed by a discussion of basic terms and concepts: binocular vision and stereopsis, and binocular stimuli and processes. The chapter concludes with some guidelines for using the book and suggests other books on seeing in depth.
Ian P. Howard and Brian J. Rogers
- Published in print:
- 2008
- Published Online:
- May 2009
- ISBN:
- 9780195367607
- eISBN:
- 9780199867264
- Item type:
- chapter
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- DOI:
- 10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195367607.003.0003
- Subject:
- Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology
Many psychophysical and analytic procedures have been used to investigate the visual perception of depth. This chapter provides a general introduction to these procedures. Topics discussed include ...
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Many psychophysical and analytic procedures have been used to investigate the visual perception of depth. This chapter provides a general introduction to these procedures. Topics discussed include psychophysics; the applications of psychophysics; an analysis of linear and nonlinear systems; control theory; time series; Bayesian inference; and concepts of geometry.Less
Many psychophysical and analytic procedures have been used to investigate the visual perception of depth. This chapter provides a general introduction to these procedures. Topics discussed include psychophysics; the applications of psychophysics; an analysis of linear and nonlinear systems; control theory; time series; Bayesian inference; and concepts of geometry.
