Film Technology Research Articles

Film, observation and the mind.

This special issue considers the significance of film to the establishment and development of scientific approaches to the mind. Bonnie Evans explores how the origins of film technologies in 1895 in France encouraged a series of innovative collaborations, influencing both psychological theorisation, and new filming techniques. Jeremy Blatter explains how Harvard psychologist Hugo Münsterberg created early films specifically designed to engage audiences using psychological tactics. Scott Curtis' article examines how Yale psychologist Arnold Gesell was able to extract scientific data from a film. Felix Rietmann's article explores a collection of infant observation films from the 1930s and 1960s and how they developed unique narratives of mothers' engagement with their children that did not necessarily match up with dominant scientific theories. Janet Harbord's article considers how a trilogy of films made at the Maudsley Hospital in the 1950s engaged with innovative film-making techniques that captured behaviour as discrete units. Seth Watter further examines how William S. Condon's use of the unique technology of the Bell and Howell 173BD projector in the 1960s created new understandings of human behaviour that could not have been predicted in advance, and which were highly influenced by the technology itself. Finally, Des O'Rawe explores how radical approaches in both anti-psychiatry, and documentary film-making in the 1960s created new opportunities for audiences to engage with different psychological states. All of these developments in film and psychology continue to influence understandings in both these fields to the present day.

The Application of VR in Films and Games

Virtual Reality (VR) technology has come a long way in recent years, and the current research in VR games and films is aimed at making VR experiences more immersive and realistic. This paper explores the current application of VR technology in film, and its potential impact on the industry and audience engagement. The study examines the different types of VR experiences that are currently available, such as interactive and non-interactive experiences. It also explores the ways in which VR technology is being used to enhance storytelling and audience engagement in film. The research also examines the impact of VR technology on the film industry, and the challenges that filmmakers face when creating VR content. At the end of the article, the paper summarizes the full text and looks forward to the relevant content.

A Study on Talent Cultivation Strategies for Film and Television Photography and Production Professionals Oriented to Sports Specialty Students in an Interdisciplinary Context

With the rapid development of the film and television industry and the increasing prosperity of the sports industry, interdisciplinary education plays an increasingly important role in talent training. The purpose of this paper is to explore how to develop an effective talent cultivation strategy for film and television photography and production majors in the interdisciplinary context, combined with the characteristics of sports speciality students. Through in-depth analysis of the advantages and shortcomings of sports special students, combined with the actual needs of film and television photography and production majors, this paper puts forward a series of cultivation strategies, with a view to cultivating composite talents with sports literacy and film and television technology dual capabilities. Sports speciality students have good physical quality and teamwork ability, and these qualities are especially important in the process of film and television production. However, they may have deficiencies in artistic expression and technical operation. Therefore, to address this situation, this paper suggests increasing the proportion of artistic aesthetics and technical practice in the curriculum, and enhancing students' comprehensive quality through project practice and interdisciplinary cooperation. Emphasis on the combination of sports and film and television. By offering special courses such as filming of sports events and production of sports documentaries, students can gain an in-depth understanding of the operation and filming techniques of sports events while learning film and television technology. In addition, through the introduction of industry experts and off-campus practical training, students' practical operation ability and industry adaptability are enhanced. Focus on cultivating students' innovative thinking and cross-border co-operation ability. Students are encouraged to participate in interdisciplinary projects to develop their ability to solve complex problems and their sense of innovation, so as to better adapt to the development needs of the film and television industry. Through the above strategies, this paper expects to provide a more comprehensive education for sports speciality students majoring in film and television photography and production, and to cultivate high-quality composite talents with both sports literacy and proficiency in film and television technology.

Analysis of active screen low temperature plasma-assisted deposition of iron nitride thin films on silicon (100) substrate

Thin film technology has gained significant attention in the industry due to its superior properties in comparison to bulk materials. Specifically, iron nitride-based thin films are a fascinating area of research in semiconductor technologies. The crystal structure and optical properties of these films are highly dependent on the growth method, deposition technique, gas flow, pressure, and several other factors. In this work, we prepared polycrystalline thin films of iron nitride on silicon (100) substrates by using the active screen low temperature plasma-assisted method. These films are deposited under the varying atmosphere of nitrogen and hydrogen in four proportions: 80% N2 + 15% H2; 60% N2 + 35% H2; 40% N2 + 55% H2; and 20% N2 + 75% H2, along with 5% argon to investigate its influence on the structural, morphological, and optical properties. The structural properties are determined by x-ray diffraction and revealed a mixture of ζ-Fe2N, ε-Fe3N, and γ′-Fe4N phases. Surface morphology is analyzed by scanning electron microscopy, which confirms the formation of a thin layer on the substrate. In addition, UV–Vis spectrophotometry is used to assess the optical response and bandgap energy of the samples. The result of UV–Vis optical diffuse reflectance spectra shows a decrease in the bandgap from 3.17 to 3.06 eV of substrate. For the S4 sample, we obtained a pure Fe4N phase, showing a significant decrease in the energy bandgap.

Introduction of Taiwan Association for Coating and Thin Film Technology

Introduction of Taiwan Association for Coating and Thin Film Technology

Bi‐Directional Growth of Thin Films: Unlocking Anisotropic Ferromagnetism and Superconductivity

AbstractThe pursuit of breakthroughs in thin film technology drives the exploration of novel growth strategies for quantum materials that surpass conventional limitations. Departing from the prevailing unidirectional growth approach, the methodology allows for atomic precision in both the in‐plane and out‐of‐plane directions. To demonstrate the capabilities of this transformative technique, a bi‐directionally grown superlattice comprised of alternating LaMnO3 and SrMnO3 layers is engineered, enabling the emergence of interfacial ferromagnetism. By adopting this superlattice as a model system, the vast potential of the approach is highlighted through comprehensive analysis and characterization. Furthermore, the application of the method is extended to the growth of superconducting La1.84Sr0.16CuO4 thin films on various offcut substrates. Remarkably, these substrates induce an anisotropic critical current originating from two distinct mechanisms.

Review of computer animation technology and its applications

The development of three-dimensional space into four-dimensional space can make film and television more attractive. People complete the thought-provoking creation of video through animation technology, and also enrich and improve the connotation and form of computer animation technology, which has a far-reaching impact on film and television production. This paper analyzes and sorts out the relevant literature on computer animation technology in the fields of film and television. On the basis of summarizing the concept of computer animation technology, this paper explores the application of computer animation technology in television and film and emphatically analyzes the promoting effect of three-dimensional animation technology on the development of film and television, with a view to promoting the development of the film and television industry and film and television works. The results indicate that the application of computer animation technology in film and television production will become increasingly widespread, divided into real-time animation and keyframe animation. Future research will focus on the applicability and precision of animation technology.

Memories Between Architecture and Cinema

Cinemapp is a web application (webapp) that enables the individual or group discovery of the Cinematic Ecosystem of the city of Valladolid. This city is distinguished for its architectural heritage and cinematic history, with numerous cinemas that have vanished and films that have been shot there, thus comprising a unique combination of architectural and cinematic heritage. The application fosters an interactive experience that facilitates the exploration and enjoyment of the city's cinematic history, as well as contemplation of film, media, and new technologies. The project compiles a wide range of historical information and citizen memories in various digital formats, which nourish the graphical database named FilmcityDB. By combining both resources and employing the Valladolid context as an extrapolatable prototype, users can explore different routes and immerse themselves in the accumulated cinematic history of the city since the past century.

Novel Advancements in Mouth Dissolving Film Technology

Mouth dissolving film (MDF) technology has emerged as an innovative drug delivery platform offering rapid drug absorption and enhanced patient compliance. This comprehensive review explores recent advancements in MDF technology, focusing on formulation strategies, manufacturing techniques, and applications in pharmaceutical and nutraceuticals industries.

Highly Customizable 3D Microelectrode Arrays for In Vitro and In Vivo Neuronal Tissue Recordings.

Planar microelectrode arrays (MEAs) for - in vitro or in vivo - neuronal signal recordings lack the spatial resolution and sufficient signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) required for a detailed understanding of neural network function and synaptic plasticity. To overcome these limitations, a highly customizable three-dimensional (3D) printing process is used in combination with thin film technology and a self-aligned template-assisted electrochemical deposition process to fabricate 3D-printed-based MEAs on stiff or flexible substrates. Devices with design flexibility and physical robustness are shown for recording neural activity in different in vitro and in vivo applications, achieving high-aspect ratio 3D microelectrodes of up to 33:1. Here, MEAs successfully record neural activity in 3D neuronal cultures, retinal explants, and the cortex of living mice, thereby demonstrating the versatility of the 3D MEA while maintaining high-quality neural recordings. Customizable 3D MEAs provide unique opportunities to study neural activity under regular or various pathological conditions, both in vitro and in vivo, and contribute to the development of drug screening and neuromodulation systems that can accurately monitor the activity of large neural networks over time.

Opportunities and Challenges in Protected Cultivation in India

Agriculture in India, deeply rooted in tradition and diversity, stands at the crossroads of unprecedented challenges and transformative opportunities. As the country grapples with a growing population, fluctuating climatic patterns, and the need for sustainable agricultural practices, protected cultivation emerges as a promising solution to reshape the trajectory of Indian agriculture. Protected cultivation, including the use of greenhouses, polyhouses, Crop cover, mulching film, and other controlled environment agriculture (CEA) technologies, has gained prominence in India as a means to enhance agricultural productivity and ensure food security. This research paper explores the opportunities and challenges associated with protected cultivation in the Indian context. The paper reviews the current status of protected cultivation, identifies key opportunities for growth, and discusses the challenges that hinder the widespread adoption of these technologies. It also provides insights into potential strategies and policy interventions that could contribute to the sustainable development of protected cultivation in India.

Comparison of H2O2 and H2O oxidations on TDMAT absorbed on silicon(100) surface during reaction step of ALD–TiO2 process: A DFT study

Atomic layer deposition (ALD) is a thin film technology with high potential in nano fabrication. There is industrial demand to produce an ALD–TiO2 thin film using a low temperature process for applications of bending electronic devices and biomaterials. TDMAT has gained the most attention as a suitable titanium source to grow an ALD–TiO2 film at extremely low temperatures. In this process, almost all published reports have focused on metal-oxide precursors. The current work investigates the effects of oxidizing agents. For the first time, a theoretical investigation was carried out on the oxidation of H2O2 and H2O on TDMAT absorbed on a silicon (100) surface during the reaction step of the ALD–TiO2 process. We simulated the oxidation process, which continued from the adsorption step of the ALD–TiO2 process, where the TDMAT was used as a titanium precursor. The cluster of the Si9H12 =O2 =Ti[N(CH3)]2 surface model was used to represent the remaining TDMAT molecule absorbed on the Si(100) substrate. The reaction mechanisms of H2O2 oxidizing on this surface were evaluated based on their reaction pathways. The reaction pathway of H2O oxidizing on this surface was calculated at the same level to compare the effect of oxidizers. The DFT at the B3LYP 6–311 G+ (2d,p) and 6–31 G(d,p) theoretical levels were used to calculate the potential energy surface and to optimize the electronic structures in this process. It was found that the reaction mechanism depended on the nature of chemical bond dissociation within the oxidizer molecules during the oxidation process. In the oxidation of H2O2, the H2O2 molecule contained O–O and O–H bonds, which were dissociated during the oxidation process, resulting in different product structures. Only the O–O bond dissociation pathway produced the TiO2 structure. The two species of TDMAT ligands at the surface were completely oxidized using a single H2O2 molecule. The H2O2 oxidation produced more –OH groups (double) compared to H2O oxidation. In H2O oxidation, the H2O molecule contained only the O–H bond within its molecule and required activation energies significantly less than for all pathways of H2O2. The HOMO–LUMO properties and IR frequency characteristics (cm−1) of the plausible product structures were discussed. The results should be useful in guiding the selection of suitable precursors for use in the co–reactant system of the ALD–TiO2 process.

The Evolution of Film Technology in the Streaming Media Era: A Comparative Analysis of Traditional Movies and Internet TV Series

With the rise of streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and others, there has been a profound transformation in the landscape of visual storytelling. The emergence of streaming media has ushered in a transformative era for the film and television industry. This essay conducts a comparative analysis of traditional cinema and internet television series, unveiling the evolution of film technology and its impact in the era of streaming media. This study examines the distinctions between the traditional film production process and the innovative approaches adopted by Internet TV series. Traditional film production is characterized by its reliance on theatrical releases and linear narrative. It also investigates the role of advanced digital tools and technologies, as well as the impact of streaming algorithms on content recommendations and audience engagement. Furthermore, this essay is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of the ever-evolving landscape of film technology in the era of streaming media. It underscores the creative autonomy and adaptability offered by internet television series, as well as the challenges and opportunities they encounter.

Investigation of Sn-doped WO3 thin films: One-step deposition by hydrothermal technique, characterization, and photoluminescence study

Thin film technology is significant in technological progress and modern research because it allows for the production of optoelectronic devices with improved characteristics. Because of its superior chromatic efficiency, tungsten oxide (WO3) is one of the best candidates for energy-saving applications. In this study, undoped and tin (Sn)-doped WO3 films were grown on top of WO3 seed layers directly by a facile hydrothermal route at a temperature as low as 110∘C for 24[Formula: see text]h. The seed layers were also deposited on top of glass substrates using spray pyrolysis. The results of tin doping on the structural, optical, and morphological characteristics of the WO3:Sn films were studied. X-ray diffraction patterns show that peak intensities increase significantly by adding Sn and the films’ crystallinity was improved by rising Sn content. In the visible region, the average optical transmittance is around 13% and the optical bandgap changes from 2.61[Formula: see text]eV to 2.81[Formula: see text]eV, by increasing the dopant amount. Finally, the room temperature photoluminescence of samples shows intense green light emissions. The results of this research can be beneficial for the fabrication and performance optimization of electrical and optical devices such as gas sensors, electrochromic devices, and photosensors.

The Practical Application of Film and Television Packaging Art in Television News Programs

Film and television packaging art plays a crucial role in television news programs. By employing film and television packaging, television news programs can achieve more sophisticated production and higher levels of visual effects, thereby enhancing the program's visibility and appeal and strengthening its communication effectiveness. The application of film and television packaging art is wide-ranging, including aspects such as title design, image and visual effects, sound design, and color and style. Successful television news programs often leverage the advantages of film and television packaging art to garner audience recognition and attention. With the continuous innovation and development of film and television packaging technology, the film and television packaging of television news programs in the future will have more possibilities, bringing viewers more rich, vivid, and immersive visuals.

Differences Between Two Shakespearean Adaptations: An Analysis of Two Film Adaptations of The Tempest from the Perspective of Gender

In recent years, some social phenomenon (e.g. changes in clothing of male and female) reveals that the gender identity is gradually changing. This essay mainly focuses on analyzing gender differences in the two adaptations of Shakespeares tragicomedy The Tempest. The two selected films are The Tempest directed by George Schaefer in 1960 and directed by Julie Taymor in 2010. This essay is attempting to find out in what way do the male and female characters change in the film in 2010 compared with the film in 1960. Although, Shakespeares work had already been adapted and researched by a considerable number of playwrights, directors and scholars, as the last work of Shakespeare, The Tempest has many uniqueness. This essay will analyze the two films from the perspective of film technology and text, pointing out the differences between the male and female characters in the two films, so as to reflect on the transformations of gender concepts and the trend of female social status.

Retraction Notice: Application Research of Virtual Reality Technology in Film and Television Technology

Retraction Notice: Application Research of Virtual Reality Technology in Film and Television Technology

Research on the Application of Virtual Reality Technology in Film and Television Post Production Practice

Research on the Application of Virtual Reality Technology in Film and Television Post Production Practice

The Recycling Technologies of Mono-material and Multilayer Plastic Film: A Descriptive Literature Review

Plastic-based flexible films are widely used in many areas of modern industry, including the food industry. Depending on the application field, mono-material or multi-material films can be used, usually based on polyolefins such as PE and/or PP. Compared to mono-material films, multilayer films offer greater performance and functionality in terms of mechanical and barrier properties, thanks to the different types of polymers used. Considering the end-of-life of the two types of materials, the recyclability of mono-material film turns out to be much greater than that of a multilayer, since only one type of polymer can be handled in specific and specialized streams. The biggest issue with multilayer films is precisely end-of-life management, which currently appears to be mainly landfilling or waste-to-energy. In recent years, the use of increasingly sustainable packaging has become a prerequisite. The issue of recycling is of fundamental importance because of the implementation of a circular economy. This review aims to investigate recycling methodologies for both mono-material and multi-material films, from traditional ones, such as mechanical recycling, to more modern technologies not widely used in industry, such as delamination and chemical recycling.

Locating Exhibition Design as a Means of Marketing Architectural Modernism in Inter-War Britain

Throughout the interwar period many dialects of modernist visual languages were developed and often mediated by the technologies of photography, film, and design. This negotiation of modernity was a key feature characterizing the exhibition designs of architect Oliver Hill (1887-1968). Taking Hill’s designs for the “Exhibition of British Industrial Art in Relation to the Home” at Dorland Hall in 1933 as a starting point, this paper investigates Hill’s commitment to consumer education. Exhibition designs, such as at Dorland Hall, proved a perfect vehicle for Hill’s educational imperatives in elevating consumers’ understanding of “good design.” Through a close reading this paper highlights how Hill embraced fashionability, both in terms of market consumerism and in terms of the power that fashion had on improving taste and standards in design during that time.