[UI] Tuio - Tangible User Interaction on Squeak

[Brad Fuller]

Simon Holland wrote:
> Hi All
>
> I have just uploaded the first version of Tuio for Squeak. 
> Tuio allows Squeak to use the reacTIVision computer vision system to track
> physical objects in real time. The package includes a Tuio client and
> demonstration application program. To make practical use of Tuio for Squeak
> you will need a webcam or other camera, and should download the free
> Reactivision application for your operating system.  To learn more, see
> http://mcs.open.ac.uk/sh2/squeakmusic.html).
>
> Tuio for Squeak makes it easy to build tangible user interfaces using
> fiducial markers on physical objects.
>
> Tuio for Squeak allows the rapid development of table-based tangible user
> interfaces (TUI) and multi-touch interactive surfaces. 
>
> Prerequisite Package -  OSC 5.1 or later.
> Please let me know if you find any problems.
>   
sounds cool, Simon. How come a "visual" application needs OSC?

Also, would any of your work be applicable to a typical web camera for 
IM use?