Title :
Constant Z line texture mapping in interactive visualization of medical images
Author :
Helminen, H. ; Alakuijala, J. ; Laitinen, J. ; Sallinen, S.
Author_Institution :
Varian-Dosetek Oy, Espoo, Finland
Abstract :
Presents a simple and efficient method for 3D visualization of perspective-mapped 2D images. In medical image visualization, understanding the spatial relationships of the image elements is of paramount importance. Perspective helps in this respect, but for complex scenes it may be necessary to rotate the scene in real time to perceive all details. The algorithm presented here is fast enough for interactive use
Keywords :
data visualisation; image texture; medical image processing; 3D visualization method; algorithm; complex scenes; constant Z line texture mapping; interactive visualization; medical diagnostic imaging; perspective-mapped 2D images; Biomedical imaging; Computed tomography; Image reconstruction; Layout; Medical treatment; Radiography; Rendering (computer graphics); Solid modeling; Surface texture; Visualization;
Conference_Titel :
Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, 1995., IEEE 17th Annual Conference
Conference_Location :
Montreal, Que.
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-2475-7
DOI :
10.1109/IEMBS.1995.579458
