Implicit Objects in Computer Graphics (Hardcover)

Implicit definition and description of geometric objects and surfaces plays a critical role in the appearance and manipulation of computer graphics. In addition, the mathematical definition of shapes, using an implicit form, has pivotal applications for geometric modeling, visualization and animation. Until recently, the parametric form has been by far the most popular geometric representation used in computer graphics and computer-aided design. Whereas parametric objects and the techniques associated with them have been exhaustively developed, the implicit form has been used as a complementary geometric representation, mainly in the restricted context of specific applications. However, recent developments in graphics are changing this situation, and the community is beginning to draw its attention to implicit objects. This is reflected in the current research of aspects related to this subject. Employing a coherent conceptual framework, Implicit Objects in Computer Graphics addresses the role of implicitly defined objects in the following parts: mathematical foundations of geometric models, implicit formulations for the specification of shapes, implicit primitives, techniques for constructing and manipulating implicit objects, modeling, rendering and animation implicit objects. Topics and features: *Broad, conceptual approach covers the fundamental algorithms and ideas *Integrated and up-to-date overview of the main developments surrounding implicit objects *Organized and cohesive presentation combines theory and practice *Provides thorough explanation of key problems and challenges in the field

General

Imprint:	Springer-Verlag New York
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2002
First published:	2002
Authors:	Luiz Velho • Jonas Gomes • Luiz H. De Figueiredo
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	190
ISBN-13:	978-0-387-98424-7
Categories:	Books > Computing & IT > Computer software packages > Multimedia
LSN:	0-387-98424-0
Barcode:	9780387984247

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