Computer-Assisted Visual Communication,
Abstract
The purpose of this research was to build an environment in which an author can create a visual communications vehicle (a film) which will convey his ideas and thoughts. The development of the Visible Surface algorithm, by Watkins at the University of Utah, was the key to providing a mechanism for the computer to produce images of sufficient visual interest for stimulating films. The Watkins Algorithm produces half tone images of three-dimensional objects described by manipulating a collection of polygons stored in the computer. The basic tasks accomplished in creating the environment for computer assisted Visual Communications were: System (breaking up the overall task into its major components and defining the communication paths between these components); Structure (defining the internal and external representation of objects to be manipulated and displayed); and Motion (finding ways of describing the dynamics of activities in effective, compact ways). An environment was constructed and used to produce several films.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1973
- Accession Number
- ADA008788
Entities
People
- Barry David Wessler
Organizations
- University of Utah