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Optimal multi-degree reduction of Bézier curves with G1-continuity

Abstract: This paper presents a novel approach to consider optimal multi-degree reduction of Bézier curve with G1-continuity. By minimizing the distances between corresponding control points of the two curves through degree raising, optimal approximation is achieved. In contrast to traditional methods, which typically consider the components of the curve separately, we use geometric information on the curve to generate the degree reduction. So positions and tangents are preserved at the two endpoints. For satisfying the solvability condition, we propose another improved algorithm based on regularization terms. Finally, numerical examples demonstrate the effectiveness of our algorithms.

Key words: Bézier curve, Optimal approximation, Degree reduction, Degree raising, G1-continuity


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DOI:

10.1631/jzus.2006.AS0174

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TP391.72

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2005-12-29

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2006-02-20

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