Engineering and scientific visualization using high-performance graphics workstations

Engineering and scientific visualization are terms for the application of computer graphics technology to engineering design and analysis and as scientific research and experimentation. A review of the capacity of the human brain to process visual information leads to the understanding of critical factors which optimize the comprehension of computer-aided designs and scientific research. Improvements in interactivity and photorealism are identified as the two primary areas where computer graphics technology can substantially increase productivity and enhance creativity. Advanced graphics technologies found in state-of-the-art graphics workstations are discussed, and examples are given to show how these capabilities improve engineering and scientific visualization.<>