Shape interrogation for computer aided design andmanufacturing

Shape interrogation is the process of extraction of information from a geometric model. It is a fundamental component of Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) systems. The authors focus on shape interrogation of geometricmodels bounded by free-form surfaces. Free-form surfaces, also called sculptured surfaces, are widely used in the bodies of ships, automobiles and aircraft, which have both functionality and attractive shape requirements. Many electronic devices as well as consumer products are designed with aesthetic shapes, which involve free-form surfaces. This book provides the mathematical fundamentals as well as algorithms for various shape interrogation methods. From the reviews: '… there are several excellent books in the area of geometric modelingand … solid modeling. The major contribution of this book lies in its skilfulmanner of providing a bridge between these two areas that is guaranteed to make the target audience cry out aloud with delight.' Current Engineering Practice 2002-2003 Two top authors of MIT present a textbook on CAD and geometrical modeling One of the few textbooks in the field INDICE: 1. Representation of Curves and Surfaces.- 2. Differential Geometry of Curves.- 3. Differential Geometry of Surfaces.- 4. Nonlinear Polynomial Solvers and Robustness Issues.- 5. Intersection Problems.- 6. Differential Geometry of Intersection Curves.- 7. Distance Functions.- 8. Curve and Surface Interrogation.- 9. Umbilics and Lines of Curvature.- 10. Geodesics.- 11. Offset Curves and Surfaces.- Color Plates.- References.- Index.

• ISBN: 978-3-642-04073-3
• Editorial: Springer
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 408
• Fecha Publicación: 01/11/2009
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés