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The start screen of the program offers two different “gateways” to knowledge and experience (see Figure 1):
The start screen of the program offers two different “gateways” to knowledge and experience (see Figure 1):
After having chosen to become an archaeologist, the player is told that he is already a specialist in Scythian archaeology. Then he receives a letter from the Academy of Sciences in Kiev. He is invited to join an exploring expedition to Kiev. First of all, an animation illustrates the journey to the Ukraine: an aeroplane flies from the visitor's place to Kiev (see Figure 2).
After having chosen to become an archaeologist, the player is told that he is already a specialist in Scythian archaeology. Then he receives a letter from the Academy of Sciences in Kiev. He is invited to join an exploring expedition to Kiev. First of all, an animation illustrates the journey to the Ukraine: an aeroplane flies from the visitor's place to Kiev (see Figure 2).
After his arrival in Kiev, the user is asked to fill out a visa with questions on the user’s age and sex (see Figure 3).
After his arrival in Kiev, the user is asked to fill out a visa with questions on the user’s age and sex (see Figure 3).
The following three screens display this translated report. On demand it can be heard (by clicking on Herodotus’ picture or the combined speaker symbol). Embedded hyperlinks show different media types. The area mentioned by Herodotus is probably the region between the rivers Bug and Dnjepr. It is illustrated with a map and animated paper boats (see Figure 4).
The following three screens display this translated report. On demand it can be heard (by clicking on Herodotus’ picture or the combined speaker symbol). Embedded hyperlinks show different media types. The area mentioned by Herodotus is probably the region between the rivers Bug and Dnjepr. It is illustrated with a map and animated paper boats (see Figure 4).
The last of the screens displaying Herodotus’ report contains one of the most interesting media types inside this level. The hyperlink “arrow” opens a window containing a Scythian arrow head made of bronze (see Figure 6).
The last of the screens displaying Herodotus’ report contains one of the most interesting media types inside this level. The hyperlink “arrow” opens a window containing a Scythian arrow head made of bronze (see Figure 6).
Based on the premises described above, the user himself can perform the experiment. The corresponding screen shows two sliders on the right hand side (see Figure 7). With pressed mouse they allow the adjustment of the units of measure referring to volume and thickness (respectively, “amphora’ and “finger’). Yellow underlying bars indicate Known units of measure. After adjusting one of these parameters, all measures of the vessel (weight, size, thickness of the wall, etc.) are calculated. Thereafter, the vessel in the size suggested by the user is Virtually “cast”. Its measures and the number of arrow heads necessary to make it up also ap- pear, thereby rendering the assumed Scythian population (on arrow head per person). A person on the left side of the vessel serves as scale.
Based on the premises described above, the user himself can perform the experiment. The corresponding screen shows two sliders on the right hand side (see Figure 7). With pressed mouse they allow the adjustment of the units of measure referring to volume and thickness (respectively, “amphora’ and “finger’). Yellow underlying bars indicate Known units of measure. After adjusting one of these parameters, all measures of the vessel (weight, size, thickness of the wall, etc.) are calculated. Thereafter, the vessel in the size suggested by the user is Virtually “cast”. Its measures and the number of arrow heads necessary to make it up also ap- pear, thereby rendering the assumed Scythian population (on arrow head per person). A person on the left side of the vessel serves as scale.
(i. e. tf it was technically possible to cast such a large bronze vessel in Scythian times). The prin- ciple of this dialogue is always to confront him with opposite arguments. For example: if the user agrees, he is confronted with the relatively smal! weight of vessels found so far. The heaviest contemporary Scythian and Greek vessels are shown for comparison. The “scientist” is asked whether he thinks that his results are realistic from a technical point of view
(i. e. tf it was technically possible to cast such a large bronze vessel in Scythian times). The prin- ciple of this dialogue is always to confront him with opposite arguments. For example: if the user agrees, he is confronted with the relatively smal! weight of vessels found so far. The heaviest contemporary Scythian and Greek vessels are shown for comparison. The “scientist” is asked whether he thinks that his results are realistic from a technical point of view
Figure 9. The digital visitor's book. The last screen of this level gives the opportunity either to consult the ‘virtual magazine’ (= infor- mation level) or to enter the digital visitor's book (see Figure 9).
Figure 9. The digital visitor's book. The last screen of this level gives the opportunity either to consult the ‘virtual magazine’ (= infor- mation level) or to enter the digital visitor's book (see Figure 9).
Each catalogue entry has its own screen sharing the following common layout (see Figure 11). Each catalogue provides an introduction screen containing general information about the corresponding category of objects (see Figure 10).
Each catalogue entry has its own screen sharing the following common layout (see Figure 11). Each catalogue provides an introduction screen containing general information about the corresponding category of objects (see Figure 10).
Topographical information referring to the catalogue entries is provided with a distribution map which appears on mouse click; the position of the actual site is shown by a different color and the yellow underlying site name. The distribution map stays on screen until the user touches any point on the right side of the screen (see Figure 12).
Topographical information referring to the catalogue entries is provided with a distribution map which appears on mouse click; the position of the actual site is shown by a different color and the yellow underlying site name. The distribution map stays on screen until the user touches any point on the right side of the screen (see Figure 12).
The distribution map mentioned above allows navigation too. Clicking on a site symbol opens the respective entry (see Figure 12). The object and its data are shown on the right side of the screen. Upon leaving the distribution map the whole text information is shown instead.
The distribution map mentioned above allows navigation too. Clicking on a site symbol opens the respective entry (see Figure 12). The object and its data are shown on the right side of the screen. Upon leaving the distribution map the whole text information is shown instead.
When clicking the “choose” button a small additional navigation bar containing three buttons appears (see Figure 14).
When clicking the “choose” button a small additional navigation bar containing three buttons appears (see Figure 14).
It shows the chronological distribution of the men- tloned sites. Hitting the start button hides all sites. Then one site after the other appears, starting with the oldest object found. They are colored differently according to date. The user can decide if he wants to see an automatic process or if he wants to influence the process. If he chooses the latter possibility, each mouse click reveals “younger” objects on screen.
It shows the chronological distribution of the men- tloned sites. Hitting the start button hides all sites. Then one site after the other appears, starting with the oldest object found. They are colored differently according to date. The user can decide if he wants to see an automatic process or if he wants to influence the process. If he chooses the latter possibility, each mouse click reveals “younger” objects on screen.
Represented by icons and additional text, the start screen shows the seven topics of the application (see Figure 16): daily life (‘Alltag’), art (‘Kunst’), “Religion”, economy (“Wirtschaft’), environment (Umwelt’), foreigners (“Fremde’) and settlements (“Siedlungen’). Figure 16. The “Iberians interactive” start screen.
Represented by icons and additional text, the start screen shows the seven topics of the application (see Figure 16): daily life (‘Alltag’), art (‘Kunst’), “Religion”, economy (“Wirtschaft’), environment (Umwelt’), foreigners (“Fremde’) and settlements (“Siedlungen’). Figure 16. The “Iberians interactive” start screen.
Each screen contains the relative high menu bar (see e. g. Figure 17). It shows the name of the chosen topic and its four subsections. The active subsection is indicated by yellow color and an arrow in front of it. When touched with the cursor, selectable subsections and buttons become highlighted in blue.
Each screen contains the relative high menu bar (see e. g. Figure 17). It shows the name of the chosen topic and its four subsections. The active subsection is indicated by yellow color and an arrow in front of it. When touched with the cursor, selectable subsections and buttons become highlighted in blue.
Figure 18. Topic “Environment”, subsection “Flora” with olive tree and detail photo The time line screen consists of a modified menu bar at the bottom and a map of the Iberian Peninsula in the upper part of the screen (see Fig- ure 19). The menu bar contains a time scale combined with a row of small blue lights, representing events of Iberian history. Touching an active light
Figure 18. Topic “Environment”, subsection “Flora” with olive tree and detail photo The time line screen consists of a modified menu bar at the bottom and a map of the Iberian Peninsula in the upper part of the screen (see Fig- ure 19). The menu bar contains a time scale combined with a row of small blue lights, representing events of Iberian history. Touching an active light
While the climate did not change much in relation to our times, the rich gold and silver re- sources of Iberian times are more or less exploited today. The Southern areas provided many agrar- ian goods, too. Greek legends, and probably the Bible, talk about the delightful Tartessos behind the piles of Hercules (Gibraltar). Plants like the ol- ive tree were imported by Greek colonists (see Figure 18).
While the climate did not change much in relation to our times, the rich gold and silver re- sources of Iberian times are more or less exploited today. The Southern areas provided many agrar- ian goods, too. Greek legends, and probably the Bible, talk about the delightful Tartessos behind the piles of Hercules (Gibraltar). Plants like the ol- ive tree were imported by Greek colonists (see Figure 18).
Found at sanctuaries were small statuettes made of bronze, obviously offerings. The. screen provides 8 examples (see Figure 20). Touching them enlarges the chosen statuette and shows further information.
Found at sanctuaries were small statuettes made of bronze, obviously offerings. The. screen provides 8 examples (see Figure 20). Touching them enlarges the chosen statuette and shows further information.
Figure 22. Topic “economy”, subsection “domestic trade”: iberian coins with enlarged example. Foreigners (“Fremde’”) The subsection “trade” provides three examples of Iberian coins. Their presentation normally is difficult because of their small size. On screen both sides of these coins are shown (see Figure 22). Touching them enlarges the chosen coin. So the visitor can see details, which otherwise are getting lost.
Figure 22. Topic “economy”, subsection “domestic trade”: iberian coins with enlarged example. Foreigners (“Fremde’”) The subsection “trade” provides three examples of Iberian coins. Their presentation normally is difficult because of their small size. On screen both sides of these coins are shown (see Figure 22). Touching them enlarges the chosen coin. So the visitor can see details, which otherwise are getting lost.
Figure 24. The Iberian site “Arbucies”. These examples present small and large settlements as well as a completely reconstructed site.
Figure 24. The Iberian site “Arbucies”. These examples present small and large settlements as well as a completely reconstructed site.
The first one, Arbucies, shows the first well excavated Iberian farm (see Figure 24). The user can explore an aerial photo of this archaeological site and its structures. When he touches a “hot’ region of the photo, the mouse cursor changes and a short description of the respective. region is given (like “fireplace” or “workshop room with weaver’s |joom’). The photo on the left side of the screen shows a partial reconstruction of the exca- vated house in the museum of Arbucies. All screens of the subsection “examples” (“Beispiele’) contain a “Details” button which yields a more detailed text with information about the excavation and its results (see Figure 25).
The first one, Arbucies, shows the first well excavated Iberian farm (see Figure 24). The user can explore an aerial photo of this archaeological site and its structures. When he touches a “hot’ region of the photo, the mouse cursor changes and a short description of the respective. region is given (like “fireplace” or “workshop room with weaver’s |joom’). The photo on the left side of the screen shows a partial reconstruction of the exca- vated house in the museum of Arbucies. All screens of the subsection “examples” (“Beispiele’) contain a “Details” button which yields a more detailed text with information about the excavation and its results (see Figure 25).
Figure 26. The Iberian site “Tivissa”. Each of the other five settlements is visualized with interactive panoramas on the upper right side of the screen (see Figure 26). These QTVR-panoramas (see below) are controlled by pressing and moving the mouse. The user can turn himself virtually around 360°.
Figure 26. The Iberian site “Tivissa”. Each of the other five settlements is visualized with interactive panoramas on the upper right side of the screen (see Figure 26). These QTVR-panoramas (see below) are controlled by pressing and moving the mouse. The user can turn himself virtually around 360°.