Question
SLPaper 2
An old set of 2D animated cartoons from the 1940s has been discovered and it is decided to modify them to turn them into 3D animation.
1.[1]
Define the term visualization.
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Solution
The creation of a human interpretable image from data;
2.[6]
Explain two technical implications of implementing a 3D animation in this way.
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Solution
Method #1
- Rendering for non-interactive media such as animations is a much slower process than for interactive media/games
1 mark - Rendering times for individual frames may vary from a few seconds to days depending on the complexity of the scene
1 mark - Rendered frames are stored to a hard disk and then transferred to other media for playback
1 mark
Method #2
- 3D rendering is computationally resource hungry
1 mark - Computer processing power has increased rapidly and greatly over the years
1 mark - Allowing a much higher degree of photorealism / realistic rendering
1 mark
3.[2]
Outline the need for rendering in the creation of the animated 3D characters.
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Solution
Rendering is needed in the creation of animated 3D characters because:
- The characters are defined as mathematical models
1 mark - They will need rendering to give a 3D effect
1 mark
Method #2
- Each movement will need to be fluid
1 mark - The animation is less interesting with flat figures
1 mark
