Heterogeneous objects modelling and rendering using implicit complexes
Authors: Kartasheva, E., Adzhiev, V., Comninos, P., Pasko, A. and Schmitt, B.
Journal: Journal of Computer Graphics & CAD/CAM
Volume: 1
Pages: 157-164
ISSN: 1817-3489
Abstract:This paper describes a technology for modelling and rendering heterogeneous objects containing entities of various dimensionalities within a cellular-functional framework based on the implicit complex notion. Implicit complexes make it possible to combine a cellular representation and a constructive function representation. We describe a formal framework for such a hybrid representation and propose a general structure for implicit complexes. Then, we consider how an implicit complex can be described geometrically and topologically along with its associated attributes. Rendering algorithms for implicit complexes using ray-tracing are also discussed. Finally, we present a case study illustrating the proposed methods and algorithms.
Source: Manual
Preferred by: Valery Adzhiev