An Introduction to Splines for Use in Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling

An Introduction to Splines for Use in Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling
Author: Richard H. Bartels
Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann
Total Pages: 504
Release: 1995-09
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9781558604001

As the field of computer graphics develops, techniques for modeling complex curves and surfaces are increasingly important. A major technique is the use of parametric splines in which a curve is defined by piecing together a succession of curve segments, and surfaces are defined by stitching together a mosaic of surface patches. An Introduction to Splines for Use in Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling discusses the use of splines from the point of view of the computer scientist. Assuming only a background in beginning calculus, the authors present the material using many examples and illustrations with the goal of building the reader's intuition. Based on courses given at the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Waterloo, as well as numerous ACM Siggraph tutorials, the book includes the most recent advances in computer-aided geometric modeling and design to make spline modeling techniques generally accessible to the computer graphics and geometric modeling communities.

Curves and Surfaces in Geometric Modeling

Curves and Surfaces in Geometric Modeling
Author: Jean H. Gallier
Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann
Total Pages: 512
Release: 2000
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9781558605992

"Curves and Surfaces in Geometric Modeling: Theory and Algorithms offers a theoretically unifying understanding of polynomial curves and surfaces as well as an effective approach to implementation that you can apply to your own work as a graduate student, scientist, or practitioner." "The focus here is on blossoming - the process of converting a polynomial to its polar form - as a natural, purely geometric explanation of the behavior of curves and surfaces. This insight is important for more than just its theoretical elegance - the author demonstrates the value of blossoming as a practical algorithmic tool for generating and manipulating curves and surfaces that meet many different criteria. You'll learn to use this and other related techniques drawn from affine geometry for computing and adjusting control points, deriving the continuity conditions for splines, creating subdivision surfaces, and more." "It will be an essential acquisition for readers in many different areas, including computer graphics and animation, robotics, virtual reality, geometric modeling and design, medical imaging, computer vision, and motion planning."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Geometric Modeling with Splines

Geometric Modeling with Splines
Author: Elaine Cohen
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 639
Release: 2001-07-18
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1439864209

Written by researchers who have helped found and shape the field, this book is a definitive introduction to geometric modeling. The authors present all of the necessary techniques for curve and surface representations in computer-aided modeling with a focus on how the techniques are used in design.

Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling

Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling
Author: David Salomon
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 862
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1461215048

A book for those interested in how modern graphics programs work and how they can generate realistic-looking objects. It emphasises the mathematics behind computer graphics, most of which is included in an appendix. The main topics covered are: scan conversion methods; selecting the best pixels for generating lines, circles and other objects; geometric transformations and projections; translations, rotations, moving in 3D, perspective projections, curves and surfaces; construction, wire-frames, rendering, normals; CRTs, antialiasing, animation, colour, perception, polygons, compression. With its numerous illustrative examples and exercises, the book is ideal for a two-semester course for advanced undergraduates or graduates, while also making a fine reference for professionals in the field.

An Integrated Introduction to Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling

An Integrated Introduction to Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling
Author: Ronald Goldman
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 592
Release: 2009-07-14
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1439803358

Taking a novel, more appealing approach than current texts, An Integrated Introduction to Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling focuses on graphics, modeling, and mathematical methods, including ray tracing, polygon shading, radiosity, fractals, freeform curves and surfaces, vector methods, and transformation techniques. The author begins with f

Curves and Surfaces for Computer Graphics

Curves and Surfaces for Computer Graphics
Author: David Salomon
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 466
Release: 2007-03-20
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0387284524

Requires only a basic knowledge of mathematics and is geared toward the general educated specialists. Includes a gallery of color images and Mathematica code listings.

Computer Graphics and Geometric Modelling

Computer Graphics and Geometric Modelling
Author: Max K. Agoston
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 960
Release: 2005-01-04
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9781852338183

Possibly the most comprehensive overview of computer graphics as seen in the context of geometric modeling, this two-volume work covers implementation and theory in a thorough and systematic fashion. It covers the computer graphics part of the field of geometric modeling and includes all the standard computer graphics topics. The CD-ROM features two companion programs.

An Introduction to NURBS

An Introduction to NURBS
Author: David F. Rogers
Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann
Total Pages: 344
Release: 2001
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1558606696

NURBS (Non-uniform Rational B-Splines) are the computer graphics industry standard for curve and surface description. They are now incorporated into all standard computer-aided design and drafting programs (for instance, Autocad). They are also extensively used in all aspects of computer graphics including much of the modeling used for special effects in film and animation, consumer products, robot control, and automobile and aircraft design. So, the topic is particularly important at this time because NURBS are really at the peak of interest as applied to computer graphics and CAD of all kind.

The Froehlich/Kent Encyclopedia of Telecommunications

The Froehlich/Kent Encyclopedia of Telecommunications
Author: Fritz E. Froehlich
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 536
Release: 1992-04-23
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780824722784

"The only continuing source that helps users analyze, plan, design, evaluate, and manage integrated telecommunications networks, systems, and services, The Froehlich/Kent Encyclopedia of Telecommunications presents both basic and technologically advanced knowledge in the field. An ideal reference source for both newcomers as well as seasoned specialists, the Encyclopedia covers seven key areas--Terminals and Interfaces; Transmission; Switching, Routing, and Flow Control; Networks and Network Control; Communications Software and Protocols; Network and system Management; and Components and Processes."