MOSAIC - The Improved Editing of Scientific Text by Hand-Drawn Commands and Data: A Technique for RAND Tablet and CRT Display

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Abstract:

A method for improved editing of scientific text by hand-drawn commands and data is considered. The most distinguishing feature of the method is that a single quick editing mark over a data segment simultaneously identifies both operator and operand. The method investigated employs a RAND table for the entry of hand-drawn cursive symbols to the computer, an input-only keyboard for large strings of text and a storage-type CRT display unit for displaying the text being edited. The recognition of cursive writing is performed by using geometric-topological invariants of stroke succession. In addition, a design for an editing console is also discussed. In this design, an attempt is made to arrange the different system components to provide for efficient editing. The conclusions derived from the use of the system during its development are presented, along with several areas for further investigation.

Author(s):
Friedman, Seymour R. ; Campbell, Douglas A. ; Fehskens, Leonard G.
Author Organization(s):
INFORONICS INC CAMBRIDGE MA
Descriptive Note:
Technical rept.
Pagination:
0079

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
ESD-TR-68-422
Contract/Grant Number(s):
AF 19(628)-5992, ARPA ORDER-766
Monitor Series:
TR-68-422, DARPA
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_3.1.4_Maneuver to Secure; JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_8.1_Communicate; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_3.1.3_Maneuver to Influence; JCA_8.1.1_Inform Domestic and Foreign Audiences; JCA_8.1.3_Influence Adversary and Competitor Audiences; JCA_8.2.1_Partner with Governments and Institutions; JCA_8.2.2_Provide Aid to Foreign Partners and Institutions
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics
Communities of Interest:
Materials and Manufacturing Processes
Descriptor(s):
*REPORTS, CATHODE RAY TUBES, CHARACTER RECOGNITION, COMPUTER PROGRAMMING, CORRECTIONS, DIGITAL COMPUTERS, FLOW CHARTING, GRAPHICS, INPUT OUTPUT DEVICES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Information Science, Computer Programming and Software, Computer Hardware
Keyword(s):
COMPUTERS, GRAPHICS, *EDITING, ON LINE SYSTEMS
Report Date:
1968 Oct 14