A comparative study of interactive animation and traditional animation

-- Scientific econometric analysis based on CiteSpace

Abstract

The article conducted a comprehensive study on the development trends of animation. Through the collection of relevant literature on the subject, it examined the research's impact in various countries. The study utilized the CiteSpace analysis tool to conduct a detailed quantitative analysis of the evolution of the animation field in recent years, covering literature and academic publications from 1990 to 2022. In terms of analytical methods, the study employed various approaches, including visual network analysis, collaboration network analysis, keyword analysis, co-contribution network analysis, and co-citation network analysis. These methods were applied to detect visual networks within the animation field. Through these analytical techniques, the study showcased research hotspots, collaboration relationships, keyword trends, and academic contribution networks within the animation field. The findings revealed a steady increase in the number of publications and papers in the animation field in recent years, indicating that animation has become a highly researched topic. To delve deeper into the comparison between interactive animation and traditional animation, the study employed CiteSpace bibliometric technology and selected 4567 English-language and 1346 Chinese-language documents from the ScienceNet and China National Knowledge Infrastructure databases. Through a systematic evaluation, the study conducted a thorough analysis of the current status of interactive animation and traditional animation, highlighting their differences and projecting potential future trends for interactive animation. This comprehensive research provides a holistic perspective on academic studies in the animation field, contributing to a better understanding of the evolution and future directions of the animation industry.