Selected readings in computer graphics 1997

The International Network of Institutions for advanced education, training and R&D in Computer Graphics technology, systems and applications (INI-GraphicsNet) is the largest research unit world-wide entirely dedicated to the field of Computer Graphics. The network's institutions are located in Darmstadt (Germany), Rostock (Germany), Coimbra (Portugal), Providence (U.S.A.) and Singapore. It employs more than 270 full-time engineers and scientists and has an approximate yearly turnover of more than 60 Million DM. The INI-GraphicsNet is directed by Professor Encarnacao. The "Selected Readings in Computer Graphics 1997" consists of 36 articles selected from all scientific publications contributed by the institutions of the INI-GraphicsNet. All articles appeared previously in various scientific books, journals, conferences and workshops, and are reprinted with permission of the respective copyright holders. The publications had to undergo a thorough review by internationally leading experts and established technical societies. Therefore, the Selected Readings should give a fairly good and detailed overview of the scientific developments in the year 1997.