Diagram Design: A Constructive Theory

ISBN-13: 9783642642470 / Angielski / Miękka / 2011 / 191 str.

Thomas Kamps

Opis

A systematic analysis of diagrams as visual representations of factual knowledge. The analysis shows that the design process may be divided into three phases: data classification, graphical decision, and layout. Performed in this order, the three phases more or less reflect the design process of a human expert. They also serve as a basis for a constructive theory for diagram design, which is the main focus of this book. XXXXXXX Neuer Text This book is a thorough presentation on the foundations of visualizing information, providing a systematic analysis of diagrams as visual representations of factual knowledge. The analysis shows that the design process may be divided into three phases: a data classification phase, a graphical decision phase, and a layout phase. Performed in this order, the three phases reflect the design process of a human expert and serve as a basis for a constructive theory for diagram design.

Spis treści

Introduction.- Related Work in Automatic Diagram Design.- Data Structure.- Introduction to the Approach.- Relation Classification.- Graphical Mapping.- Layout and Implementation.- Conclusions.- A: Definition of Relational Properties.- B: Relation Type Concepts.- C: Quantitative-Perceptual Limitation Constants.

Blurb

This monograph presents a systematic analysis of diagrams as visual representations of factual knowledge. The analysis shows that the design process may be divided into three phases: a data classification phase, a graphical decision phase, and a layout phase. Performed in this order, the three phases more or less reflect the design process of a human expert. They also serve as a basis for a constructive theory for diagram design, which is the main focus of this book. Another interesting topic is only touched upon, namely the commonalities of automatic graphics and text design.