Assignment 3

( i have added more information to this assignment since lisa last looked at it) :)


For this part of the assignment, i had to use cross-search to look up information regarding my design idea. My design idea is to use brain wave tecnology to create an ipod that uses mind control to download music. I looked up things concerning this new technology which is actually in the process of being investigated. I did find it hard because the cross search did not have very many usefull links and the ones i did find wouldn't let me access them so i did struggle with this. After a talk with Lisa i went back to the task and had another go. The Information Lisa gave me i found most helpfull and i enjoyed the task this time round! So here is how i got on . .

Cross Search
Buzan, T & B (2006) The Mind Map Book, Division 1 - Chapter 1, BBC Active

This book is a usefull source for my research because it is a starting point to build up my background knowledge of how the brain functions. The divion that i am looking at in the book raises important questions that once i have learned the answers to, it will help me to understand how to take the next step in researching my topic from assignment 2. I need to understand this information because it is the key to understanding how to hopefully use the brain in new ways for future technology.i.e my product of using the brain to control movement and objects.

Chib, VS (2009) The Separate Neural Control of Hand Movements and Contact Forces, Journal of Neuroscience 29

This jounal is based on the investigation of manipulating an object aroused by Two views that are up for disscusion; one view is that motions and contact forces are controlled by seperate neural processes and the second view is that motions and contact forces are controlled together with a single neural proccess.This is investigated with a series of experiments.The experiment consisted of three blocks; force block, motion block,and combined block. The subjects practiced each block for 60 trials. Experimental blocks consisted of training trials in which visual feedback was presented throughout movement and evaluation trials in which visual feedback was suppressed during movement. Trials with no visual feedback were used to evaluate performance before training, with no stimulation, to test the effect of (the delivery of transcranialmagnetic stimulation) TMS of left (posterior parietal cortex) PPC (to disrupt the control of hand motions), and to test control stimulation of right PPC.Each experiment was analysed and a disscussion about the results show what new evidence has been gathered.

Ferris, AM (2009) Advanced laboratory techniques for sample processing and immunolabeling using microwave radiation, Journal of Neuroscience Methods

This article appears to be helpfull for my research as it explores microwave technology which is the key to my design issue. Understanding microwave technology will help me to undestand the mechanism of my design.  There are some interesting topics raised in this article including experiments on rat brains using a microwave protocall. I am interested to further explore this article to find out the outcomes of the author's theorys and experiments in detail.

Juslin, P.N. (2008) Emotional responses to music: The need to consider underlying mechanisms, Behavioral and Brain Sciences, Volume 31, Issue 5

I thought that this article is neccessary because it is about the emotions and brain reflexes that music evokes in a person. This is relevent to my research because it is investigating the need for music and the effect music has on the brain. This all relates to my design because it researches the brain and mucic which is the two key elements. Music can effect the brain in many different ways, due to the type of music being listened to. This article will be usefull in the sense that it will direct me to what part of the brain is used when listening to music and i can then use this information combined with my research on brain wave technology to figure out the complexity of designing my product and how it would actually fit together.

Mahmoudi, B (2006) Electro-encephalogram based brain-computer interface: improved performance by mental practice and concentration skills, Medical and Bioligical Engineering and Computing, Volume 44, Number 11

This artical is very usefull for my research as it is looking at mental imagination and concentration to contol imaginative hand movements. It examines the role of mental practice and mind controllability skills on the (EGG) control system to investigate the inner workings of the brain and what is effected by these experiments. Again, very relevant to my research for my design as it is using the brain to control things without using physical movements.

Parente, A (2006) Mind-operated devices: Mental control of a computer using biofeedback, CYBERPSYCHOLOGY & BEHAVIOR, Volume 9

In this text, it studies the use of biofeedback interface to see if people could learn to control a computer that integrated their galvanic skin response (GSR), heart rate, and temperature. This could be usefull to research as it is another experiment making the brain to work harder in order to reach the goal. I could aslo combine this technology with the others i have found to see which would be most efective for my design.



Here is a website that relates to my research and shows a video of brain wave tecnology in action.

http://www.engadget.com/Toyato-mindcontrolledwheelchair

Part 3b

5 websites that keep me up to date within he world of textliles . . .


http://www.fibre2fashion.com/

This ia a great website! Theres lots of imformation about buying leads, selling leads, news from all
over the world which allows you to choose which place you want to look in to further. Theres also catagories
to choose from, i.e fashion, technology, retail, industry etc. Theres so much to choose from and it is good
for informing you of latest designers from all over and current and future exhibitions. Another key aspect is it has a variety of articles to read in full text.

http://www.textilesnetwork.co.uk/
ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND

This is an interesting site as it offers links to different fields such as embroidery, which i am finding most enjoyable at the moment, and it then gives you links to contemporary designs within the differnt fields which is a good way to familurise with different designers and their works. It also has news on latest events etc.

http://www.vouge.co.uk/

Who doesn't love Vouge!! latest fashion galore! This site, also the magazines itself is bursting with inspiration!! I get most of my inspiration from Vouge but really , i just love seeing what new exciting things are created, allowing me to expand on my ''creative thinking''. This is the site that keeps me most up to date with the world of fashion.

http://www.fashiontrendsetter.com/

This site offers trend forecasting, news, articles, blogs etc and also gives you a choice of some great links. Great for keeping up with the lastest fashion and fashion news and its a good source of inspiration.

Collezioni online - http://www.logos.info/

This site offers latest trends, catwalks, fashion ideas, news, catch-up etc. A great overall site to lead you off in different directions with good inspiration.


5 websites that interest me and keep me up to date with the world around me. . .

https://www.news.bbc.co.uk/

A great source of news from around the world, probably more information online, but watching the news on televion is good to be kept up to date also.

https://www.guardian.co.uk/

Another good resource for up to date news from around the world. Also its good for researching past papers for news and events from the past.

https://www.google.co.uk/

I feel i can reffer to google as a tool that keeps me up to date everyday as new things are added all the time and by entering key words you are able to access millions of different websites to stimulate the mind!!

https://www.wired.co.uk/

I like this website as it offers a different take to the news of the world and is suited for designers and artists. Ranging from technology to politcs it gives you a bit of everything.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat

Another good site to get the latest news and 'gossip' from around the globe.

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