Advanced Global Illumination

Author : Philip Dutre
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1315359871
Total Pages : 203 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Advanced Global Illumination written by Philip Dutre and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-10-24 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a fundamental understanding of global illumination algorithms. It discusses a broad class of algorithms for realistic image synthesis and introduces a theoretical basis for the algorithms presented. Topics include: physics of light transport, Monte Carlo methods, general strategies for solving the rendering equation, stochastic path-tracing algorithms such as ray tracing and light tracing, stochastic radiosity including photon density estimation and hierarchical Monte Carlo radiosity, hybrid algorithms, metropolis light transport, irradiance caching, photon mapping and instant radiosity, beyond the rendering equation, image display and human perception. If you want to design and implement a global illumination rendering system or need to use and modify an existing system for your specific purpose, this book will give you the tools and the understanding to do so.

Author : Philip Dutre
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Advanced Global Illumination, 2nd Edition written by Philip Dutre and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a fundamental understanding of global illumination algorithms. It discusses a broad class of algorithms for realistic image synthesis and introduces a theoretical basis for the algorithms presented. Topics include: physics of light transport, Monte Carlo methods, general strategies for solving the rendering equation, stochastic path-tracing algorithms such as ray tracing and light tracing, stochastic radiosity including photon density estimation and hierarchical Monte Carlo radiosity, hybrid algorithms, metropolis light transport, irradiance caching, photon mapping and instant radiosity, beyond the rendering equation, image display and human perception. If you want to design and implement a global illumination rendering system or need to use and modify an existing system for your specific purpose, this book will give you the tools and the understanding to do so.

Author : Lee Lanier
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118983548
Total Pages : 456 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Advanced Maya Texturing and Lighting written by Lee Lanier and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-04-03 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Level up your skills with powerful texturing and lightingtechniques Advanced Maya Texturing and Lighting, Third Edition leadsyou through the latest advanced techniques for adding realisticdetail to your models. This new edition is up-to-date with thelatest Maya texturing, lighting, and rendering features, includingan exploration of the Node Editor, new Maya utility nodes andexpanded coverage of mental ray shaders, and render settings. Theproven tutorials are culled from real-world experience and refinedto give you the ultimate in practical skills. You'll learn workflowtips and tricks, the construction of custom shading networks, andthe application of time-saving tools that bring your project fromconcept to reality. The companion website features severalgigabytes of Maya scene files, texture bitmaps, and QuickTimemovies that support the exercises in the book, giving youeverything you need to advance your animation skillset. This book helps you take your rendering skills to the next levelwith the advanced tools and techniques that take animation fromgood to great. Learn the theory behind expert lighting design Understand shadows, shading components, and texturemapping Work with node networks, raytracing, and globalillumination Try new approaches to rendering using Maya Software and mentalray If you're ready to take a big step forward and fine-tune yourstyle, Advanced Maya Texturing and Lighting, Third Editionis the practical, hands-on guide you need.

Author : Greg Ward Larson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780974538105
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Rendering with Radiance written by Greg Ward Larson and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Tomas Akenine-Möller
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1351816152
Total Pages : 1199 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Real-Time Rendering, Fourth Edition written by Tomas Akenine-Möller and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2018-08-06 with total page 1199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thoroughly updated, this fourth edition focuses on modern techniques used to generate synthetic three-dimensional images in a fraction of a second. With the advent of programmable shaders, a wide variety of new algorithms have arisen and evolved over the past few years. This edition discusses current, practical rendering methods used in games and other applications. It also presents a solid theoretical framework and relevant mathematics for the field of interactive computer graphics, all in an approachable style. New to this edition: new chapter on VR and AR as well as expanded coverage of Visual Appearance, Advanced Shading, Global Illumination, and Curves and Curved Surfaces.

Author : Elmar Eisemann
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1439867690
Total Pages : 399 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Real-Time Shadows written by Elmar Eisemann and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Important elements of games, movies, and other computer-generated content, shadows are crucial for enhancing realism and providing important visual cues. In recent years, there have been notable improvements in visual quality and speed, making high-quality realistic real-time shadows a reachable goal. Real-Time Shadows is a comprehensive guide to t

Author : Matt Pharr
Publisher : Addison-Wesley Professional
ISBN 13 : 9780321335593
Total Pages : 814 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book GPU Gems 2 written by Matt Pharr and published by Addison-Wesley Professional. This book was released on 2005 with total page 814 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More useful techniques, tips, and tricks for harnessing the power of the new generation of powerful GPUs.

Author : Anthony A. Apodaca
Publisher : Morgan Kaufmann
ISBN 13 : 9781558606180
Total Pages : 592 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Advanced RenderMan written by Anthony A. Apodaca and published by Morgan Kaufmann. This book was released on 2000 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From contributors to animated films such as Toy Story and A Bug's Life, comes this text to help animators create the sophisticated computer-generated special effects seen in such features as Jurassic Park.

Author : Eric Haines
Publisher : Apress
ISBN 13 : 1484244273
Total Pages : 622 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ray Tracing Gems written by Eric Haines and published by Apress. This book was released on 2019-02-25 with total page 622 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a must-have for anyone serious about rendering in real time. With the announcement of new ray tracing APIs and hardware to support them, developers can easily create real-time applications with ray tracing as a core component. As ray tracing on the GPU becomes faster, it will play a more central role in real-time rendering. Ray Tracing Gems provides key building blocks for developers of games, architectural applications, visualizations, and more. Experts in rendering share their knowledge by explaining everything from nitty-gritty techniques that will improve any ray tracer to mastery of the new capabilities of current and future hardware. What you'll learn: The latest ray tracing techniques for developing real-time applications in multiple domains Guidance, advice, and best practices for rendering applications with Microsoft DirectX Raytracing (DXR) How to implement high-performance graphics for interactive visualizations, games, simulations, and more Who this book is for:Developers who are looking to leverage the latest APIs and GPU technology for real-time rendering and ray tracing Students looking to learn about best practices in these areas Enthusiasts who want to understand and experiment with their new GPUs

Author : Jeremy Birn
Publisher : Pearson Education
ISBN 13 : 0132798212
Total Pages : 727 pages
Book Rating : 4.11/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Digital Lighting and Rendering written by Jeremy Birn and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2006-04-27 with total page 727 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crafting a perfect rendering in 3D software means nailing all the details. And no matter what software you use, your success in creating realistic-looking illumination, shadows and textures depends on your professional lighting and rendering techniques. In this lavishly illustrated new edition, Pixar's Jeremy Birn shows you how to: Master Hollywood lighting techniques to produce professional results in any 3D application Convincingly composite 3D models into real-world environments Apply advanced rendering techniques using subsurface scattering, global illumination, caustics, occlusion, and high dynamic range images Design realistic materials and paint detailed texture maps Mimic real-life camera properties such as f-stops, exposure times, depth-of-field, and natural color temperatures for photorealistic renderings Render in multiple passes for greater efficiency and creative control Understand production pipelines at visual effects and animation studios Develop your lighting reel to get a job in the industry