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Area of Science:

  • Computer Graphics
  • Geometric Modeling
  • Computational Geometry

Background:

  • Parametric curves are fundamental in computer-aided design (CAD) and geometric modeling.
  • Existing methods often have limitations in flexibility and control over surface shape.
  • Trigonometric polynomial basis functions offer a novel approach to enhance curve and surface design.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the application of parametric curves utilizing trigonometric polynomial basis functions with two shape parameters in surface design.
  • To explore the construction and properties of both rational and non-rational curves derived from these functions.
  • To extend the application to the definition and analysis of various types of surfaces, including rational and tensor product surfaces.

Main Methods:

  • Implementation of trigonometric polynomial basis functions with two shape parameters.
  • Construction of rational and non-rational parametric curves using these basis functions.
  • Definition and analysis of surfaces generated by the parametric curves, including tensor product and specialized surfaces.

Main Results:

  • Demonstrated the effective construction of parametric curves with controllable shapes using the proposed basis functions.
  • Successfully applied these curves to generate diverse rational and non-rational surfaces.
  • Provided insights into the versatility of trigonometric polynomial basis functions for complex surface modeling.

Conclusions:

  • Parametric curves based on trigonometric polynomial basis functions offer a powerful tool for advanced surface design.
  • The inclusion of shape parameters provides enhanced control over curve and surface geometry.
  • This approach expands the possibilities in geometric modeling for various applications.