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    • Data Visualization
    • Cognitive Science

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    • Effective data visualization relies on understanding how visual encoding variables (color, shape, size) influence data interpretation.
    • Existing perceptual models may not fully capture nuanced differences within and between these variables.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce perceptual kernels as a method for quantifying perceptual differences between visual variables.
    • To provide a reusable framework for visualization evaluation and automated design.

    Main Methods:

    • Crowd-sourced experiments were conducted to gather aggregate perceptual judgments.
    • Perceptual kernels were estimated for color, shape, and size, individually and in combination.
    • Five distinct judgment types were analyzed, including Likert ratings, triplet comparisons, and spatial arrangements.

    Main Results:

    • The study successfully estimated perceptual kernels for various visual variables.
    • Analysis compared estimated kernels against established perceptual models.
    • Recommendations for collecting perceptual similarity data were formulated.

    Conclusions:

    • Perceptual kernels offer a robust, data-driven approach to understanding visual perception in data visualization.
    • These kernels can be applied to automate and optimize visualization design choices.
    • The findings contribute to more effective and interpretable data representations.