Computer Graphics & Visualization Books

New and Published Books

1. Shadow Algorithms Data Miner

   By Andrew Woo, Pierre Poulin

   Digital shadow generation continues to be an important aspect of visualization and visual effects in film, games, simulations, and scientific applications. This resource offers a thorough picture of the motivations, complexities, and categorized algorithms available to generate digital shadows....

   Published May 20th 2012 by A K Peters/CRC Press
2. Computer Graphics

   Theory and Practice

   By Jonas Gomes, Luiz Velho, Mario Costa Sousa

   This book focuses on conceptual aspects of computer graphics, covering the fundamental mathematical models as well as the inherent problems encountered in the implementation of those models. The approach assumes only a fundamental knowledge of calculus and linear algebra. The complete C source code...

   Published April 23rd 2012 by A K Peters/CRC Press
3. TV Content Analysis

   Techniques and Applications

   Edited by Yiannis Kompatsiaris, Bernard Merialdo, Shiguo Lian

   Series: Multimedia Computing, Communication and Intelligence

   The rapid advancement of digital multimedia technologies has not only revolutionized the production and distribution of audiovisual content, but also created the need to efficiently analyze TV programs to enable applications for content managers and consumers. Leaving no stone unturned, TV Content...

   Published March 18th 2012 by Auerbach Publications
4. Multimedia Image and Video Processing, Second Edition

   Edited by Ling Guan, Yifeng He, Sun-Yuan Kung

   Series: Image Processing Series

   As multimedia applications have become part of contemporary daily life, numerous paradigm-shifting technologies in multimedia processing have emerged over the last decade. Substantially updated with 21 new chapters, Multimedia Image and Video Processing, Second Edition explores the most recent...

   Published February 29th 2012 by CRC Press
5. Programming GPS and OpenStreetMap Applications with Java

   The RealObject Application Framework

   By Kristof Beiglböck

   Written by an expert in the development of GPS systems with digital maps and navigation, Programming GPS and OpenStreetMap Applications with Java: The RealObject Application Framework provides a concrete paradigm for object-oriented modeling and programming. It presents a thorough introduction to...

   Published January 26th 2012 by A K Peters/CRC Press
6. Experimental Design

   From User Studies to Psychophysics

   By Douglas Cunningham, Christian Wallraven

   As computers proliferate and as the field of computer graphics matures, it has become increasingly important for computer scientists to understand how users perceive and interpret computer graphics. Experimental Design: From User Studies to Psychophysics is an accessible introduction to...

   Published November 16th 2011 by A K Peters/CRC Press
7. Art Platforms and Cultural Production on the Internet

   By Olga Goriunova

   Series: Routledge Research in Cultural and Media Studies

   In this book, Goriunova offers a critical analysis of the processes that produce digital culture. Digital cultures thrive on creativity, developing new forces of organization to overcome repetition and reach brilliance. In order to understand the processes that produce culture, the author...

   Published September 26th 2011 by Routledge
8. Graphics Interface 2011

   Edited by Stephen Brooks, Pourang Irani

   Published September 1st 2011 by A K Peters/CRC Press
9. Digital Imaging for Cultural Heritage Preservation

   Analysis, Restoration, and Reconstruction of Ancient Artworks

   Edited by Filippo Stanco, Sebastiano Battiato, Giovanni Gallo

   Series: Digital Imaging and Computer Vision

   This edition presents the most prominent topics and applications of digital image processing, analysis, and computer graphics in the field of cultural heritage preservation. The text assumes prior knowledge of digital image processing and computer graphics fundamentals. Each chapter contains a...

   Published July 27th 2011 by CRC Press
10. Global Navigation Satellite Systems

    Insights into GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Compass and Others

    By Basudeb Bhatta

    Includes detailed information on GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Compass, and other regional and augmented systems Sheds light on the latest developments and modern trends of GNSS Offers practical guidance for surveying, mapping, and navigation Includes questions at the end of every chapter Contains a...

    Published July 11th 2011 by CRC Press