anorthoscopic

adjective

Meaning

Relating to the optical illusion where a distorted image appears normal when viewed through a narrow slit while in motion.

Examples

  • The anorthoscopic effect allows observers to perceive a complete shape even when only a small portion is visible at any given moment.
  • Researchers used an anorthoscopic display to study how the human visual system integrates temporal information into spatial perception.

Synonyms: optical, visual, perceptual