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Mathematics for Computer Graphics Applications

by Michael Mortenson

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Publisher Comments:

This completely revised Second Edition of "Computer Graphics" includes valuable information on major organizational changes within the last few years. This edition brings to the fore the basic mathematical tools of computer graphics, including vectors, matrices, and transformations. Additionally, it provides a strong, comprehensive base in exploring math, computer science, physics, engineering, and in special subjects such as algebraic and computational geometry, geometric modeling, and CAD/CAM. A highly diversified book that can be utilized as a primary textbook, supplemental teaching resource, individual tutorial, or key reference text.
  • Includes new chapters on symmetry, limit and continuity, constructive solid geometry, and the Bezier curve.
  • Provides many new figures and exercises.
  • Contains an annotated suggested reading list with exercises and answers in each chapter.
  • Appeals to both academics and professionals.
  • Offers a new solutions manual for instructors.

Book News Annotation:

Introduces the mathematics and geometry of CAD/CAM, geometric modeling, scientific visualization, and other computer graphics applications. The second edition adds chapters on symmetry, limit and continuity, constructive solid geometry, and the Bezier curve.
Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Synopsis:

Includes new chapters on symmetry, limit and continuity, constructive solid geometry, and the Bezier curve. Provides many new figures and exercises. Contains an annotated suggested reading list with exercises and answers in each chapter. Appeals to both academics and professionals. Offers a new solutions manual for instructors.

Description:

Includes bibliographical references (p. 326-328) and index.
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Table of Contents

  • Vectors
  • Matrix Algebra
  • Transformations
  • Symmetry and Groups
  • Limit and Continuity
  • Topology
  • Halfspaces
  • Points
  • Lines
  • Planes
  • Polygons
  • Polyhedra
  • Constructive Solid Geometry
  • Curves
  • The Bezier Curve
  • Surfaces
  • Computer Graphics Display Geometry
  • Display and Scene Transformations
  • Bibliography
  • Answers to Selected Exercises
  • Index

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Product Details

ISBN:
9780831131111
Author:
Mortenson, Michael E.
Publisher:
Industrial Press
Author:
Mortenson, Michael E.
Location:
New York, NY :
Subject:
Computer Science
Subject:
Mathematics
Subject:
Applied
Subject:
Computer Graphics - General
Subject:
Computer graphics
Subject:
CAD-CAM - General
Subject:
Computer Mathematics
Subject:
CAD-CAM
Subject:
Computer graphics -- Mathematics.
Subject:
Mathematics-Applied
Copyright:
1999
Edition Number:
2
Edition Description:
Hardcover
Series Volume:
v. 6, no. 95
Publication Date:
19990131
Binding:
HARDCOVER
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
416
Dimensions:
7 x 10 in
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