Surface flattening based on energy model
Journal
CAD Computer Aided Design
Journal Volume
34
Journal Issue
11
Pages
823-833
Date Issued
2002
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Abstract
This paper presents a method for three-dimensional surface flattening, which can be efficiently used in three-dimensional computer aided garment design. First, a facet model is used to present a complex surface. Then, a spring-mass model based on energy function is used to flatten the 3D mesh surfaces into 2D patterns. The surface elastic deformation energy distribution is depicted by a color graph, which determines a surface cutting line. The method presented here can efficiently solve flattening problems for complex surfaces. The accuracy of a developed surface can easily be controlled locally. Thus, compared to earlier methods, this method provides more flexibility for solving CAD and CAM problems. © 2002 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.
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journal article