HyperFun Research Articles

Functionally based augmented sculpting: Research Articles

In this paper we describe an approach to computer-aided sculpting concerned with the creation and modification of digital models based on physical abstract sculptures. We begin by presenting a survey of current methods for the creation of computer-aided sculptured artefacts. Then we proceed to present some original methods and tools based on the function representation of geometric models. We introduce a specialized computer language, named HyperFun, which facilitates the modelling of complex objects. As well as presenting computer-generated animated models of pre-existing sculptures by Russian artist Igor Seleznev, we also show how some interesting novel shapes can be generated using the HyperFun system. Finally we outline two advanced projects concerned with creating a sculpture-based augmented reality which allows for the interactive participation of the observer. In this paper, we present experimental results, which hopefully have some artistic appeal. These results were produced by an international team of researchers and students collaborating through the Internet. Copyright © 2005 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

Augmented Sculpture: Computer Ghosts of Physical Artifacts

This paper describes an approach to computer-based sculpting concerned with the creation and modification of digital models based on physical abstract sculptures. The authors begin by presenting a survey of current methods for the creation of computer-based sculpted artifacts. They proceed to present some original methods and tools based on the Function Representation of geometric models. They introduce a specialized computer language, called Hyper Fun, that facilitates the modeling of complex objects. In addition to presenting computer-generated textured and animated models of pre-existing sculptures, they also show how novel shapes can be generated using the Hyper-Fun system. Finally they outline two advanced projects concerned with creating a sculpture-based augmented reality that allows for the interactive participation of the observer.