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The Analog Image Processing Component of the Circle Graphics Habitat

Author
Daniel J. Sandin
Publisher
University of Illinois at Chicago Circle
Place
Chicago, Illinois
ETC archive
ETC2520

Abstract

Discussion of the Sandin Image Processor structure, and how the system functions in a digital environment; use of Tom DeFanti's vector drawing graphic system (GRASS).

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Daniel J. Sandin. The Analog Image Processing Component of the Circle Graphics Habitat. University of Illinois at Chicago Circle. .

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