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Structured Development for Real-Time Systems, Volume 2: Essential Modeling Techniques
Author Stephen J. Mellor , Paul T. Ward
Without a framework for organizing and codifying these ideas, systems modeling can become disjointed, frustrating, and ultimately ineffective. This book is extensively illustrated with detailed examples illuminating the main points discussed. Its four appendices pro....
Release Date 1986/06 -
Advanced Use Case Modeling: Software Systems
Author Frank Armour , Granville Miller
"This book isn't just another introduction to use cases. The authors have used their wealth of experience to produce an excellent and insightful collection of detailed examples, explanations, and advice on how to work with use cases."–Maria EricssonThe toughest cha....
Release Date 2000/12 -
Author Kurt Bittner , Ian Spence
Developers who effectively employ use cases deliver better applications--on time and under budget. The concept behind use cases is perhaps as old as software itself; they express the behavior of systems in terms of how users will ultimately interact with them. Despi....
Release Date 2002/08 -
Physically Based Rendering, 2nd Edition
Author Greg Humphreys , Matt Pharr
Physically Based Rendering, Second Edition describes both the mathematical theory behind a modern photorealistic rendering system as well as its practical implementation. A method known as "literate programming" combines human-readable documentation and source code ....
Release Date 2004/09 -
Adobe Acrobat 3D Version 8 Classroom in a Book
Author Adobe Creative Team
Adobe Acrobat 3D, the newest member of the Acrobat family, enables engineering and technical professionals to publish and share 3D design information from major CAD applications with virtually any computer user, significantly enhancing collaboration within extended ....
Release Date 2007/07 -
The RenderMan® Shading Language Guide
Author Don Rudy Cortes
Discover how to achieve the stunning imagery and dazzling effects that wow audiences in animated and live action motion pictures. "The RenderMan® Shading Language Guide" shows you how to master this powerful rendering program, used by filmmakers in conjunction with ....
Release Date 2007/12 -
Blender 3D: Architecture, Buildings, and Scenery
Author Allan Brito
Create photorealistic 3D architectural visualizations of buildings, interiors, and environmental sceneryTurn your architectural plans into a modelStudy modeling, materials, textures, and light basics in BlenderCreate photo-realistic images in detailCreate realistic ....
Release Date 2008/05 -
Author Ron Zahavi , David M. Bridgeland
As business modeling becomes mainstream, every year more and more companies and government agencies are creating models of their businesses. But creating good business models is not a simple endeavor. Business modeling requires new skills. Written by two busin....
Release Date 2008/12 -
Digital Modelling for Urban Design
Author Brian McGrath
While there is a rich array of urban theory, design, and representation books available, there is currently no book which brings together, in a single volume, urban design theory and new digital technologies in urban information mapping, modeling, and 3D simulation.....
Release Date 2008/12 -
Data Modeling Made Simple: A Practical Guide for Business and IT Professionals
Author Steve Hoberman
Data Modeling Made Simple will provide the business or IT professional with a practical working knowledge of data modeling concepts and best practices. This book is written in a conversational style that encourages you to read it from start to finish and master thes....
Release Date 2009/06 -
Author Michael C. Neel
This Wrox Blox will guide you through the world of 3D programming and give you solid knowledge and a foundation in game programming using Microsoft's XNA Framework. You will learn the fundamentals from 3D mathematics to model animation, including all the subjects n....
Release Date 2010/01 -
How Much Car Can I Afford?: Don’t Let the Cost of Owning One Drive You
Author Gregory Karp
This Element is an excerpt from Living Rich by Spending Smart: How to Get More of What You Really Want (ISBN: 9780132350099) by Gregory Karp.¿Available in print and digital formats.¿Think smart, think “transportation”: escape the car payment debt trap!¿Consumers fig....
Release Date 2010/02 -
Polygonal Modeling: Basic and Advanced Techniques
Author Mario Russo
Polygonal modeling is the process of creating objects in a 3D environment. It is the foundation for the creation of all 3D graphics and the essential building block of a career in computer graphics. Polygonal Modeling: Basic and Advanced Techniques provides in-....
Release Date 2010/03 -
Database Modeling and Design, 4th Edition
Author Sam S. Lightstone , Tom Nadeau , H.V. Jagadish , To J. Teorey
Database Modeling and Design, Fourth Edition, the extensively revised edition of the classic logical database design reference, explains how you can model and design your database application in consideration of new technology or new business needs. It is an ideal t....
Release Date 2010/08 -
Beginning Blender: Open Source 3D Modeling, Animation, and Game Design
Author Lance Flavell
A new world of creative possibilities is opened by Blender, the most popular and powerful open source 3D and animation tool. Blender is not just free software; it is also an important professional tool used in animated shorts, television commercials and shows, as we....
Release Date 2010/11 -
Author Felix Kerger
With your knowledge of C++ and this guide, the gaming world awaits you. Starting with the basics of the OGRE 3D graphics rendering engine, it takes you from the essentials right through to advanced features and plugins.Easy-to-follow introduction to OGRE 3DCreate ex....
Release Date 2010/11 -
Author Matthew Casperson
Take Flash to the next dimension by creating detailed, animated, and interactive 3D worlds with Away3DCreate stunning 3D environments with highly detailed texturesAnimate and transform all types of 3D objects, including 3D TextEliminate the need for expensive hardwa....
Release Date 2011/01 -
Advanced Kalman Filtering, Least-Squares and Modeling: A Practical Handbook
Author Bruce P. Gibbs
This book provides a complete explanation of estimation theory and application, modeling approaches, and model evaluation. Each topic starts with a clear explanation of the theory (often including historical context), followed by application issues that should be co....
Release Date 2011/03 -
Author Dan Ablan
LightWave is a software package used for rendering 3D images, both animated and static. Version 10 is completely new and includes an all new code engine with a new interface and feature sets. Written by award-winning animator and trainer, Dan Ablan, this down-to-ear....
Release Date 2011/04 -
Optimization Modeling with Spreadsheets, Second Edition
Author Kenneth R. Baker
Reflects the latest applied research and features state-of-the-art software for building and solving spreadsheet optimization modelsThoroughly updated to reflect the latest topical and technical advances in the field, Optimization Modeling with Spreadsheets, Second ....
Release Date 2011/05 -
High-Speed Signaling: Jitter Modeling, Analysis, and Budgeting
Author Xing Chao Yuan , Kyung Suk Oh
New System-Level Techniques for Optimizing Signal/Power Integrity in High-Speed Interfaces--from Pioneering Innovators at Rambus, Stanford, Berkeley, and MITAs data communication rates accelerate well into the multi-gigahertz range, ensuring signal integrity both on....
Release Date 2011/10 -
Data Modeling Made Simple with PowerDesigner®
Author George McGeachie , Steve Hoberman
Data Modeling Made Simple with PowerDesigner will provide the business or IT professional with a practical working knowledge of data modeling concepts and best practices, and how to apply these principles with PowerDesigner. You'll build many PowerDesigner data mod....
Release Date 2011/10 -
Author Craig James Johnston , Lonzell Watson
Step-by-step instructions with callouts to HTC EVO™ 3D photos that show you exactly what to doHelp when you run into problems or limitations with your HTC EVO 3DTips and Notes to help you get the most from your HTC EVO 3D, the Android OS, and the 4G serviceFull-colo....
Release Date 2011/12 -
Author William Vaughan
Professional modeling is the foundation of every aspect of the 3D production pipeline and is essential to the success of any 3D computer graphics project. [digital] Modeling is unlike any other modeling book you’ve seen—it gets to the core of what it takes to create....
Release Date 2011/12 -
Author Ernst Lueder
This book addresses electrical engineers, physicists, designers of flat panel displays (FDPs), students and also scientists from other disciplines interested in understanding the various 3D technologies. A timely guide is provided to the present status of developmen....
Release Date 2012/01 -
Author Andy Beane
The essential fundamentals of 3D animation for aspiring 3D artists3D is everywhere--video games, movie and television special effects, mobile devices, etc. Many aspiring artists and animators have grown up with 3D and computers, and naturally gravitate to this field....
Release Date 2012/03 -
JMP 10 Modeling and Multivariate Methods
Author SAS Institute
JMP 10 Modeling and Multivariate Methods begins by showing you how to take advantage of classic modeling techniques such as linear, nonlinear, and mixed models. The book continues with discussions on neural networking, time series analysis, multivariate techniques, ....
Release Date 2012/03 -
Stochastic Modeling and Analysis of Telecoms Networks
Author Pascal Moyal , Laurent Decreusefond
This book addresses the stochastic modeling of telecommunication networks, introducing the main mathematical tools for that purpose, such as Markov processes, real and spatial point processes and stochastic recursions, and presenting a wide list of results on stabil....
Release Date 2012/04 -
Author Ami Chopine
Create high-quality 3D animations and models by using the basic concepts and principles of 3D art presented by GeekAtPlay.com's Ami Chopine. This handy studio reference breaks down the core concepts into easy-to-understand segments and teaches you the 'why' in ad....
Release Date 2012/08 -
The Focal Easy Guide to Combustion 4
Author Gary M Davis
Software programs are complex, the books that explain them shouldn't be. This thoroughly illustrated, full-color guide explains everything you need to know to get up and running quickly with Combustion. Get a jump-start learning the major features or the soft....
Release Date 2012/10