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An introduction to computational geometry for curves and surfaces / Alan Davies and Philip Samuels.

By: Davies, Alan J.
Contributor(s): Samuels, Philip.
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookSeries: Oxford applied mathematics and computing science series.Publisher: Oxford : Oxford University Press, 1996Description: viii, 205 p. ; 23 cm.ISBN: 0198514786.Subject(s): Geometry -- Data processingDDC classification: 516.36
Contents:
Part 1: Differential geometry -- Plane curves -- Space curves -- Surfaces -- Curvature of a surface -- Part 2: Computational geometry -- Plane curves -- Space curves -- Surface patches -- Composite surfaces.
Holdings
Item type Current library Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode Item holds
General Lending MTU Bishopstown Library Lending 516.36 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 00010371
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

This is an introductory textbook for undergraduates studying mathematics, engineering, or computer science, and explains how differential and computational geometry are used to explain the mathematics of curves and surfaces. It assumes only a basic knowledge of vector and matrix algebra, and is filled with numerous exercises, solutions, and worked examples. Ideal for those interested in computer graphics or computer-aided design, this book will be invaluable for those needing to understand the complex mathematics which lies behind these important areas of application.

Bibliography: (pages 201-202) and index.

Part 1: Differential geometry -- Plane curves -- Space curves -- Surfaces -- Curvature of a surface -- Part 2: Computational geometry -- Plane curves -- Space curves -- Surface patches -- Composite surfaces.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

  • Section 1
  • 1 Plane curves
  • 2 Space curves
  • 3 Surfaces
  • 4 Curvature of a surface
  • Section 2
  • 5 Plane curves
  • 6 Space curves
  • 7 Surface patches
  • 8 Composite surfaces

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CHOICE Review

Davies and Samuels offer a compact, methodical presentation of the basics of differential geometry and computational geometry of curves and surfaces. Differential and computational geometry are discussed in separate, independent parts. In each part, curves and surfaces are treated separately in alternate pairs of chapters. The exposition is straightforward and clear, but a bit arid. Short sets of exercises close each chapter, and complete solutions are included. Suitable for upper-division undergraduate students, graduate students, researchers and faculty, and professionals and practitioners. M. Henle Oberlin College

Author notes provided by Syndetics

A. J.DaviesHead of Division of Mathematics.

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