The Plateau Spiral: Unlocking the Secrets of Motion Aftereffects
Introduction and Definition The concept known as the Plateau’s Spiral refers to a highly specialized visual stimulus utilized extensively within the field of perceptual psychology to elicit and study the phenomenon of the movement aftereffect (MAE). This stimulus is fundamentally composed of a black and white spiral design, meticulously rotated around its central axis. The […]
Motion Aftereffect: Why Your Brain Sees Illusory Movement
Motion Aftereffect (MAE) Understanding the Motion Aftereffect The Motion Aftereffect (MAE), often referred to as the waterfall illusion, is a compelling visual phenomenon wherein the prolonged observation of movement in a particular direction leads to the subsequent perception of illusory motion in the opposite direction when viewing a stationary object or scene. This is a […]