Numerical modeling of physical phenomena frequently involves processes across a wide range of spatial and temporal scales. In the last two decades, the advancements in wavelet-based numerical methodologies to solve partial differential equations, com...
This paper presents several new techniques for volumetric cloud rendering using efficient algorithms and data structures based on ray-tracing methods for cumulus generation, achieving an optimum balance between realism and performance. These techniqu...
This paper aims to implement histogram pyramids with marching cubes method for 3D medical volumetric rendering. The histogram pyramids are used for feature extraction by segmenting the image into the hierarchical order like the pyramid shape. The his...
Physically based realistic direct volume rendering (DVR) is a critical area of research in scientific data visualization. The prevailing realistic DVR methods are primarily rooted in outdated theories of participating media rendering and often lack c...
Inflatable penile prostheses are a widely utilized treatment for erectile dysfunction. While MRI is the optimal imaging modality for patients with suspected implant complications, it is often unavailable in the acute setting. In light of these limita...
The real-time simulation of atmospheric clouds for the visualisation of outdoor scenarios has been a computer graphics research challenge since the emergence of the natural phenomena rendering field in the 1980s. In this work, we present an innovativ...
Most of the previously-tried prototype systems of digital holographic display are of front viewing flat panel-type systems having narrow viewing angle, which do not meet expectations towards holographic displays having more volumetric and realistic 3...
The storage of medical images is one of the challenges in the medical imaging field. There are variable works that use implicit neural representation (INR) to compress volumetric medical images. However, there is room to improve the compression rate...
Realistic fluid models play an important role in computer graphics applications. However, efficiently reconstructing volumetric fluid flows from monocular videos remains challenging. In this work, we present a novel approach for reconstructing 3D flo...
In this paper, we show how volume rendering with a Programmable Transfer Function can be used for the effective and comprehensible visualization of WiFi signals. A traditional transfer function uses a low-dimensional lookup table to map the volumetri...
Coir fiber is a by-product waste generated in large scale. Considering that most of these wastes do not have a proper disposal, several applications to coir fibers in engineering have been investigated in order to provide a suitable use, since coir f...
Recent advancements in 3D scene representation have underscored the potential of Neural Radiance Fields (NeRFs) for producing high-fidelity renderings of complex scenes. However, NeRFs are hindered by the significant computational burden of volumetri...
With the development of light microscopy, it is becoming increasingly easy to obtain detailed multicolor fluorescence volumetric data. The need for their appropriate visualization has become an integral part of fluorescence imaging. Virtual reality (...
In this paper, we report a method of implementing a universal volumetric haptic actuation platform which can be adapted to fit a wide variety of visual displays with flat surfaces. This platform aims to enable the simulation of the 3D features of inp...
The 3D reconstruction of vessel hulls is crucial for enhancing safety, efficiency, and knowledge in the maritime industry. Neural Radiance Fields (NeRFs) are an alternative to 3D reconstruction and rendering from multi-view images; particularly, tens...
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The aim of this study was to assess the accuracy of 3D rendering of the mandibular condylar region obtained from different semi-automatic segmentation methodology. A total of 10 Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) were selected to perform semi-autom...
Three-Dimensional Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) has revolutionized novel-view synthesis, enabling real-time rendering of high-quality scenes. Two-Dimensional Gaussian Splatting (2DGS) improves geometric accuracy by replacing 3D Gaussians with flat 2D Gau...
One of the main functions of renders, together with the overall aesthetic appearance of the building, is the protection of the walls against external aggressive actions, such as water, salts solutions, erosion, and mechanical impacts. However, some a...
In computational electromagnetics, the finite-difference time-domain (FDTD) method is recognized for its volumetric discretization approach. However, it can be computationally demanding when addressing large-scale electromagnetic problems. This paper...
In this research, we developed a new rendering-based end to end Hyperspectral scene simulator CHIMES (Cranfield Hyperspectral Image Modelling and Evaluation System), which generates nadir images of passively illuminated 3-D outdoor scenes in Visible,...
Cerebrovascular diseases are a leading cause of global mortality, underscoring the need for objective and quantitative 3D visualization of cerebral vasculature from dynamic imaging modalities. Conventional analysis is often labor-intensive, subjectiv...
Sex estimation is a cornerstone of biological profiling in forensic anthropology. However, in cases involving badly decomposed, burnt, or fragmented remains, traditional assessments may be unfeasible, requiring alternative approaches, such as radiolo...
Approaches aimed at achieving improved energy efficiency for determination of descriptors—used in volumetric data analysis and one common mode of scientific visualisation—in one x86-class setting are described and evaluated. These approac...
Selenium (Se)-based cathode materials have garnered considerable interest for lithium-ion batteries due to their numerous advantages, including low cost, high volumetric capacity (3268 mAh cm−3), high density (4.82 g cm−3), ability to be...
Reconstructing animatable humans, together with their surrounding static environments, from monocular, motion-blurred videos is still challenging for current neural rendering methods. Existing monocular human reconstruction approaches achieve impress...
Magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography produce three-dimensional volumetric medical images. While a scalar value represents each individual volume element, or voxel, volumetric data are characterized by features derived from groups of nei...
Background: Understanding the three-dimensional (3D) volumetric relationship between imaging and functional or histopathologic heterogeneity of tumours is a key concept in the development of image-guided radiotherapy. Our aim was to develop a method...
Script-based computer-aided design tools offer accessible and customizable environments, but their broader adoption is limited by the cognitive and computational difficulty of describing curved, irregular, or free-form geometries through code. This s...
Circular synthetic aperture radar (CSAR) has the potential to form 3D images with single-pass single-channel radar data, which is very time-efficient. This article proposes a volumetric neural renderer that utilizes CSAR 2D amplitude images to recons...
In this research, the mechanical behavior of masonry mortars made with partial substitution of sand by recycled fine aggregates (RFAs) of mortar (MT) and recycled clay brick (RCB) was compared. Mortar specimens were built in two groups (MT and RCB) c...
As the demand for efficient heat dissipation in information devices continues to escalate, the heat flux of integrated packaging devices is poised to reach 100 W/cm2 universally, rendering microchannel liquid cooling technology a pivotal solution in...
Image-guided cardiovascular interventions are rapidly evolving procedures that necessitate imaging systems capable of rapid data acquisition and low-latency image reconstruction and visualization. Compared to alternative modalities, Magnetic Resonanc...
Volumetric changes induced by soil moisture phase changes can lead to pore system redistribution in freezing and thawing soil, which in turn affects soil strength and stability. The prefreezing water content and the number of freeze–thaw cycles...
Background and objectives: The need to evaluate the condylar remodeling after orthognathic surgery, using three-dimensional (3D) images and volume rendering techniques in skeletal Class III patients has been emphasized. The study examined condylar po...
A continuous growth in the global economy and population requires a sustainable energy supply. Maximizing recovery factor out of the naturally occurring hydrocarbons resources has been an active area of continuous development to meet the globally inc...
In this paper, we investigate the influence of intrinsic compositional parameters on the viscoelastic compliance by employing three-point bending creep tests on clear, i.e., defect-free, spruce samples with a dimension of 15 × 15 × 280 mm...
Direct inhibition of tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) action is considered a promising way to prevent or treat TNF-α-associated diseases. The trimeric form of TNF-α binds to its receptor (TNFR) and activates the downstream signal...
Volumetric Path Tracing (VPT) based on Monte Carlo (MC) sampling often requires numerous samples for high-quality images, but real-time applications limit samples to maintain interaction rates, leading to significant noise. Traditional real-time deno...
The ability to bridge ionic and electronic transport coupled with large volumetric capacitance renders organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs) ideal candidates for bioelectronic applications. Adopting ionic-liquid-based solid electrolytes extends...
Digital and analog contents, generated in additive manufacturing (AM) processes, may be illegally modified, distributed, and reproduced. In this article, we propose a watermarking scheme to enhance the security of AM. Compared with conventional water...
Stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT) plays a major role in treating brain metastases (BMs) and can be delivered using various equipment and techniques. This review aims to identify the dosimetric factors of each technique to determine whether one should b...
The article delves into the intricate phenomenon of deposition in heat exchangers and how a piece of equipment known as the benchtop heat exchanger test instrument (BHETI) has been developed to expedite the examination of this phenomenon. The BHETI s...
Formerly clandestine, abandoned and legacy nuclear facilities, whether associated with civil or military applications, represent a significant decommissioning challenge owing to the lack of knowledge surrounding the existence, location and types of r...
In this paper, analytic modeling for the design of a transient thermal invisibility cloak with imperfect interfaces is presented together with numerical simulations. In contrast to steady-state conditions, it is shown that an object can only be made...
Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most aggressive and the most common primary brain tumor, defined by nearly uniform rapid progression despite the current standard of care involving maximal surgical resection followed by radiation therapy (RT) and temozolomi...
Cow dung (CD) is a material that has been used for millennia by humanity as a stabilizer in earth building techniques in vernacular architecture. However, this stabilization has been little addressed scientifically. In this study, the effect of CD ad...
Identification of contamination sources and delineation of plumes in the geological environment stand as pivotal elements in reconstructing the conceptual site model (CSM) and devising remediation strategies tailored to specific physicochemical trait...
(1) Background: To develop a novel capillary refill time measurement system and evaluate its reliability and reproducibility. (2) Methods: Firstly, the utilization of electromagnetic pressure technology facilitates the automatic compression and insta...
Ultrasound-based shear wave elastography (SWE) provides the means to quantify tissue mechanical properties in vivo and has proven valuable in detecting degenerative processes in tendons. Its current mode of use is for two-dimensional rendering measur...
The conservation of coastal wetland ecosystems, like mangrove forests and salt marshes, represents a critical strategy for mitigating atmospheric emissions and climate change in the 21st century. Yet the existence of these environments is threatened...
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