A Representation Independent Geometric Modeling Kernel

This paper is concerned with “open kernel” geometric modelling systems. It uses industrial needs to identify requirements for the geometric objects of a proposed interface. The necessary mixed-dimension cellular objects ally defined as the fundamental data abstractions for that interface. Such definitions are imperative for the construction of robust functions and the integrity of data transfer. As an example, formal specifications are provided for “set-like” object combination functions. Acknowledgements The Djinn API design decisions that are discussed or implicit in this paper reflect a consensus of the Djinn project team: Cecil Armstrong, Adrian Bowyer, Stephen Cameron, Jonathan Corney, Graham Jared, Ralph Martin, Alan Middleditch, Malcolm Sabin, Jonathan Salmon, and John Woodwark. The Djinn project was funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) of the UK.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2000
• Where: GMP
• Authors: Alan E. Middleditch, Chris Reade, Abel J. P. Gomes
• Keywords: Djinn API Design, Djinn Project, Djinn Project Team, GMP 2000, Solid Modeling