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A model of handwriting.

S Edelman, T Flash

    Biological Cybernetics
    |January 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This study models handwriting trajectories using dynamic optimization of hand movement (jerk). The proposed algorithm efficiently generates realistic handwritten characters from symbolic representations, aiding in understanding motor control for writing.

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    Area of Science:

    • Robotics
    • Biomechanics
    • Neuroscience

    Background:

    • Human arm movements, particularly handwriting, involve complex trajectory planning.
    • Previous models describe two-joint arm movements using dynamic minimization of jerk (third derivative of hand position).

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To extend jerk minimization models for analyzing and synthesizing handwriting trajectories.
    • To develop a computational model for handwriting generation based on shape and dynamics.

    Main Methods:

    • Identifying basic handwriting strokes and concatenation rules.
    • Developing an algorithm to compute kinematic trajectories from symbolic stroke representations.
    • Formulating and testing a handwriting generation model integrating kinematics from shape and dynamic optimization.

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    Main Results:

    • The model successfully generated trajectories that showed good qualitative and quantitative agreement with human handwriting recordings.
    • A simple symbolic representation for hand motion was proposed.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed model provides an efficient method for synthesizing handwriting trajectories.
    • The symbolic representation may facilitate efficient learning, storage, and modification of motor plans for writing by the central nervous system.