Smile Analysis
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In this paper, we present our work on analysis and classification of smiled vowels, chuckling (or shaking) vowels and laughter syllables. This work is part of a larger framework that aims at assessing the level of amusement in speech... more
Background: The lower facial third is divided into upper one third from base of the nose to commissural line and lower two third from commissural line to lower border of the chin. This proportion may not be true for all population of... more
This paper attempts to read "Smile" by D.H. Lawrence through the theory of defamilarization proposed by Viktor Shklovsky, a prominent Russian formalist. In doing so, this paper shall examine the techniques used by Lawrence to make the... more
In the article there are presented the results of recognition of seven emotional states (neutral, joy, sadness, surprise, anger, fear, disgust) based on facial expressions. Coefficients describing elements of facial expressions,... more
Smile and laughter are universal means of transmitting nonverbal messages. Smile is a very complex expression capable to transmit a wide range of information, denoting a wide range of emotions and feelings, such as pleasure, joy,... more
Smiling while talking can be perceived not only visually but also audibly. Several acoustic-phonetic properties have been found to cue smiling in the acoustic signal. The aim of this study was to validate properties associated with smiled... more
Smile is not only a visual expression. When it occurs together with speech, it also alters its acoustic realization. Being able to synthesize speech altered by the expression of smile can hence be an important contributor for adding... more
In this paper we present the AmuS database of about three hours worth of data related to amused speech recorded from two males and one female subjects and contains data in two languages French and English. We review previous work on... more
Smile could be defined as a facial expression that resembles an upper curvature of lips endings and it is always used to show joy, pleasance, and likeliness. Smiling also influence someone´s people attractiveness. In a aesthetic and... more
A Dramatic Adaptation to A Tear & A Smile by Khalil Gibran
In this paper, we present our work on analysis and classification of smiled vowels, chuckling (or shaking) vowels and laughter syllables. This work is part of a larger framework that aims at assessing the level of amusement in speech... more
The effect of service with a smile on consumers is undoubtedly positive. Yet, in service failure and recovery, this remains unclear. This study examines the importance of morphological characteristics of a smile and different types of... more
In this work, we present a study dedicated to improve the speech-laugh synthesis quality. The impact of two factors is evaluated. The first factor is the addition of breath intake sounds after laughter bursts in speech. The second is the... more
Cosmetic expectations have increased with time and current trends speak volumes about gingival esthetics and smile designing. Gingival pigmentation especially on the labial aspect of anterior teeth has become an important component of... more
Smile is not only a visual expression. When it occurs together with speech, it also alters its acoustic realization. Being able to synthesize speech altered by the expression of smile can hence be an important contributor for adding... more
This paper presents a video game system with a smile interface designed to promote the player experience. We introduce a new mechanism to an existing endless runner game, “Runner.” Such mechanism allows smiles to be taken as an input to... more
Your smile plays a major role in how you perceive yourself, as well as in the impressions you make on the people around you. Surveys have shown that more than any other physical feature-eyes, hair or body-the smile is what both men and... more