| An Introduction to Ray Tracing Contributor(s): Glassner, Andrew S. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1493300504 ISBN-13: 9781493300501 Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann Publishers OUR PRICE: $69.30 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 1989 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Computers | Computer Science - Computers | Computer Graphics |
| Dewey: 006.6 |
| Physical Information: 368 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 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. Key Features * Provides practical "how-to" information * Contains high quality color plates of images created using ray tracing techniques * Progresses from a basic understanding to the advanced science and application of ray tracing |