Geometric Modeling
The first comprehensive and complete coverage of geometric modeling. This text accurately treats the parametric geometry of curves, surfaces and solids, the construction of geometric models and the analytical techniques that can be used and applications. Extensive use is made of end-of-chapter problems.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0471882798
ISBN13:9780471882794
Release Date:July 1985
Publisher:Wiley
Length:784 Pages
Weight:2.86 lbs.
Dimensions:1.6" x 6.5" x 9.6"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
R. Nowek
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Mortenson's 3rd edition of Geometric Modeling is an elegant presentation of the subject. This edition reintroduces chapter exercises to enable the student to test understanding of the concepts discussed and additionally adds chapter references for those who wish to dig deeper. The focus is on the mathematical basis of the geometric concepts which underlie the many applications so ubiquitous in today's world. Since publication of the 1st edition in 1985 the dynamic growth of computer power has allowed the underlying principles of his subject to find household applications from design to entertainment. This growth has also enabled the peculiarly shaped building of the Disney Concert Hall in my city to actually be constructed and for the Boeing Company to conceive the design and manufacture of its 787 dreamliner. It is a subject worth knowing something about and Mortenson provides us a clear and detailed exposition of its beauty.
Excellent coverage of the material.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
I found the book to contain a clear, comprehensive and concise treatmen of the subject. A very good read for anyone interested in the field of geometric modeling.
Third edition available in 2006.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
The third edition of this highly acclaimed textbook will be available in 2006 from Industrial Press.
Ultimate book on Geometric Modeling
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
The book covers every commonly used geometric model as well as many related topics in an easy to read style and good layout. It also covers the mathematical methods used in the text making it the only book you will ever need for modeling.
Mortenson does it again!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
I have come to rely on Michael Mortenson's books as my prime resource for programming computer graphics. Most books on this topic expect the reader to have an advanced degree in mathematics. But Mortenson has the ability to talk to you regardless of your prior knowledge of the topic (indeed, you'll feel you have earned a math degree after reading this book without even trying).This book is so complete that I feel it is the only book you'll ever need to understand the topic of geometric modelling. I highly recommend it (and any Mortenson book) to everyone interested in serious computer graphics programming.
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