Publisher's Synopsis
Illustrated with colour plates, this book covers all the important aspects of geometric modelling, including curve and surface techniques, solid modelling, and geometric tools used in the CAD as well as the CAM process. The historical overview is combined with an analysis of recent developments and an up-to-date assessment of the area.;The methods presented in this volume have acquired widespread applications in industry, and have initiated substantial research activities in many fields including mathematics, computer science, engineering, art, business, and geography. This book is relevant to every computer professional who is interested in the scientific basics as well as the historical/evolutionary aspects of computer geometry. The book reviews recent developments in computer-aided geometric design and presents a state-of-the-art assessment of the area, and includes chapters from top researchers in the field of CAGD on key aspects of the field.
