Interactive Computer Animation
- ISBN-10
- 013518309X
- ISBN-13
- 9780135183090
- Pages
- 296
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1996
- Publisher
- Prentice Hall
- Authors
- Nadia Magnenat-Thalmann, Daniel Thalmann
Description
An insider's guide to the newest, most exciting techniques for interactive computer animation.Tackling the huge challenge of creating human motion through a computer, this book examines the newest techniques for simulating cloth, hair and facial animation, and coordinating animated objects. Among the topics covered are: computer animation trends for the future, 3D character animation using motion capture, dynamic simulation and animation, systems that can simulate dance for choreographers; and creating virtual life.For professional animators, graphic designers and advanced computer graphics students.
