Geometric Modeling with Splines: An Introduction
- Book Review,
by Elaine Cohen
From Book News, Inc.
Drawing on lecture notes from advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate courses taught for many years, Cohen and Richard F. Riesenfeld (both computing, U. of Utah) and Gerson Elber (Technion, Israel Institute of Technology) provide a textbook and reference. Because many of the surface methods used with splines rely on curve algorithms and properties, they begin by establishing rigorously the properties that will be used throughout. They assume a good mathematical background, including advanced calculus and matrix algebra.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Book Description
Written by researchers who have helped to found and shape the field, this book is a definitive introduction to geometric modeling. The authors present a broad base of fundamentally important techniques for curve and surface representations in computer-aided modeling with a focus on how the techniques can be used in design. In achieving a balance between mathematical rigor and broad applicability, they show how theoretical properties can be harnessed to drive practical algorithms, how a somewhat more abstract treatment can occasionally provide unifying elegance and implementational advantage.
Book Info
A textbook, written by researchers, offering a complete introduction to geometric modeling. Presents a broad base of fundamental techniques for representations of curves and surfaces in computer-aided modeling, emphasizing important techniques for use in design. For advanced undergraduate and graduate students. DLC: Curves on surfaces--Mathematical Models.
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