Introduction to Computer Graphics Using Java 2D and 3D /

• Main Author: Klawonn, Frank (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: London : Springer London, 2008.
• Series: Undergraduate Topics in Computer Science,
• Subjects: Computer science.; Computer graphics.; Application software.; Computer Science.; Computer Applications.; Computer Graphics.; Computer Imaging, Vision, Pattern Recognition and Graphics.

Computer graphics comprises the creation and representation of simple graphical elements and images, as well as modern techniques for rendering a virtual reality. To apply these techniques correctly, one requires a basic understanding of the fundamental concepts in graphics. This book introduces the...

Table of Contents:

• Basic principles of two-dimensional graphics
• Drawing lines and curves
• Areas, text and colours
• Basic principles of three-dimensional graphics
• Modelling three-dimensional objects
• Visible surface determination
• Illumination and shading
• Special effects and virtual reality.