Stroke-based posing of three-dimensional models

Details Stroke-based posing of three-dimensional models Stroke-based posing of three-dimensional models

2007-07-24

2007-07-24

Zimmerman, Mark (Department: 2628)

Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system

Computer graphics processing

Graphic manipulation

C345S653000, C715S861000, C715S863000

Reexamination Certificate

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10861222

ABSTRACT:
A posing system for three-dimensional characters and other models uses a stroke-based gestural language to position elements of the characters in a three-dimensional environment. A user draws a stroke in a two-dimensional interface in connection with a portion of model. The drawn stroke corresponds to an element of the model, such as a particular body part. A software program interprets the stroke and applies it to the placement or posing of the corresponding element. Additional elements are posed as necessary to further define the way in which the model as a whole should be posed. With a number of appropriate strokes for each of the elements, an animator can position the model in the scene.

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