Satisfying Interaction Constraints

: In feature modelling, constraints can be used to store design intent in a model. Interaction constraints are an important type of constraints, which limit the extent to which features may interact. This paper describes a solver for constraints on interactions that involve spatial overlap between feature shapes. It is based on sampling of the parameter space of the feature model. A Monte Carlo technique is applied to reduce the expected number of samples that are needed to find a valid model.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2000
• Where: GEO
• Authors: Alex Noort, Rafael Bidarra, Willem F. Bronsvoort
• Keywords: Computer Graphics, Design Intent, GEO 2000, Interaction Constraints, Monte Carlo Technique