On the minimal relative motion principle - Lateral displacement of a contracting bar

Bas Rokers, Zili Liu

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Abstract

Xausa, Beghi, and Zanforlin (J. Math. Psychol. 45(4) (2001) 635) provide an account of perceptual organization based on their 'minimal relative motion' principle. They claim that this principle can account for the percept generated by a contracting bar that is simultaneously translating laterally. We critique the mathematical analysis provided in the aforementioned paper. We conclude that the 'minimal relative motion' principle, in the form presented, cannot adequately explain the percept reported by observers.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)292-295
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Mathematical Psychology
Volume48
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Aug 2004

Keywords

  • Motion minimization
  • Perceptual organization
  • Rigidity assumption
  • Stereokinetic effect
  • Structure from motion

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Psychology
  • Applied Mathematics

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