Author : David Salomon
Release : 2012-12-06
Genre : Computers
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 048/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling by : David Salomon

Download or read book Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling written by David Salomon. This book was released on 2012-12-06. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.