Interactive Computer Animation

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.