I nominate the de Casteljau algorithm for frame independent generation of curves and surfaces from control points by interpolation between the points.
The algorithm sits on a mathematically rigorous foundation in affine (i.e. "frame independent" or "not based in a particular coordinate system") geometry, the study of which is quite fascinating (and complex) and highly recommended. (Book plug: Curves and Surfaces in Geometric Modeling by Jean Gallier. ISBN 1-55860-599-1. Heavy theory-- this is a math book. However, it directly applies to computer graphics.)
Implementation of the algorithm and its extensions (such as the progressive version known as the de Boor algorithm) gives us polynomial and Bézier (spline) curves and surfaces and subdivision (which gives the CS implementor control over level of detail).
Perhaps a reader can help elaborate on this and other algorithms in the curves and surfaces domain?
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I nominate the de Casteljau algorithm for frame independent generation of curves and surfaces from control points by interpolation between the points.
The algorithm sits on a mathematically rigorous foundation in affine (i.e. "frame independent" or "not based in a particular coordinate system") geometry, the study of which is quite fascinating (and complex) and highly recommended. (Book plug: Curves and Surfaces in Geometric Modeling by Jean Gallier. ISBN 1-55860-599-1. Heavy theory-- this is a math book. However, it directly applies to computer graphics.)
Implementation of the algorithm and its extensions (such as the progressive version known as the de Boor algorithm) gives us polynomial and Bézier (spline) curves and surfaces and subdivision (which gives the CS implementor control over level of detail).
Perhaps a reader can help elaborate on this and other algorithms in the curves and surfaces domain?
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About a year ago I purchased a TOTALSwitch for $250 from onsale.com; 32 ports- perfect for LAN parties. I knew they were a discontinued and unsupported product; but for my use it didn't matter. They listed the retail price as something like $4400.