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An Introduction to Ray Tracing
Contributor(s): Glassner, Andrew S. (Editor)

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 ISBN: 0122861604     ISBN-13: 9780122861604
Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann Publishers
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Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: January 1989
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Annotation: The creation of ever more realistic 3D images is central to the development of computer graphics. Ray tracing is one of the most popular and powerful means by which photo-realistic images can now be created. From fundamental principles to advanced applications, this guide provides how-to procedures and a detailed understanding of the scientific foundations of ray tracing. Richly illustrated with color and b&w plates.

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BISAC Categories:
- Computers | Computer Science
- Computers | Computer Graphics
- Computers | Computer Vision & Pattern Recognition
Dewey: 006.6
Series: The Morgan Kaufmann Computer Graphics
Physical Information: 0.85" H x 6.26" W x 9.16" L (1.59 lbs) 368 pages
Features: Illustrated
 
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The creation of ever more realistic 3-D images is central to the development of computer graphics. The ray tracing technique has become one of the most popular and powerful means by which photo-realistic images can now be created. The simplicity, elegance and ease of implementation makes ray tracing an essential part of understanding and exploiting state-of-the-art computer graphics.
An Introduction to Ray Tracing develops from fundamental principles to advanced applications, providing how-to procedures as well as a detailed understanding of the scientific foundations of ray tracing. It is also richly illustrated with four-color and black-and-white plates. This is a book which will be welcomed by all concerned with modern computer graphics, image processing, and computer-aided design.
 
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