Abstract
The Bezier method for the representation of polynomial curves and surfaces is outlined, with emphasis on a geometric viewpoint. Several examples are given to underline the usefulness of the geometric approach to curve and surface design.
This work was supported in part by Department of Energy contract DE-AC02-85ER12046 and by NSF grant DCR-8502858
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Farin, G. (1988). Geometry in Design: The Bezier Method. In: Rice, J.R. (eds) Mathematical Aspects of Scientific Software. The IMA Volumes in Mathematics and Its Applications, vol 14. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-7074-1_4
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