Geometric curve approximation

Geometric curve approximation

We present a new metric to measure the shape quality of curves. This metric is based upon the concept of total curvature. We then present a rational approximation scheme that minimizes a functional defined in terms of this metric.

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Veröffentlicht in:Computer aided geometric design 1997, Vol.14 (6), p.499-513
Hauptverfasser: Wolters, Hans J., Farin, Gerald
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Approximation
Geometric continuity
Rational curves
Shape preservation
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Zusammenfassung:We present a new metric to measure the shape quality of curves. This metric is based upon the concept of total curvature. We then present a rational approximation scheme that minimizes a functional defined in terms of this metric.
ISSN:0167-8396
1879-2332
DOI:10.1016/S0167-8396(96)00042-8