Essay.07-WeinanQian-2100017831
Keywords: Perception, Animacy, Factor, Computational Implementation
Abstract: Humans possess an innate ability to perceive animacy within the most rudimentary shapes or non-living entities. This remarkable capacity allows us to attribute life-like qualities to moving inanimate objects, endowing them with personalities and emotions. The process of perceptual animacy occurs rapidly, involuntarily, and is profoundly influenced by external stimuli. The exploration of factors influencing perceptual animacy and its cognitive underpinnings has been a focal point in fields such as psychology, cognitive science, and Theory of Mind (ToM). In this context, we present three primary factors linked to the perception of animacy, contending that it is both a bottom-up process and a top-down process. Moreover, we delve into the complexities of developing a purely data-driven model aimed at simulating the nuanced nature of perceptual animacy.
Submission Number: 149
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