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Magistrsko delo vsebuje več raziskovalnih področij, in sicer uporabniško izkušnjo, animacijo in 3D računalniško grafiko. Namen naloge je bil oblikovati izgled spletnega mesta za marketinško agencijo z vključitvijo 3D vizualizacij, ter raziskati kako te vplivajo na celotno uporabniško izkušnjo. V teoretičnem delu smo se s pomočjo različne literature najprej osredotočili na pomembnost spletnih mest v današnjem času in oblikovanje uporabniških vmesnikov ter uporabniške izkušnje. Raziskali smo osnove animacij in 3D računalniške grafike, za konec pa pregledali še nekaj primerov spletnih mest, ki vključujejo 3D vizualizacije, ter dobili boljši vpogled v prednosti takšnega dizajna. Na začetku eksperimentalnega dela smo natančno raziskali identiteto podjetja in zastavili cilje, ki so nas vodili skozi ustvarjalni proces. Določili smo ciljne skupine in iz njih oblikovali persone. Specificirali smo funkcionalnosti in vsebino našega spletnega mesta, ter z žičnimi modeli prikazali enostavno postavitev elementov. Vzporedno smo se ukvarjali z izdelavo 3D modelov in 3D animacije, ki smo jih združili z uporabniškim vmesnikom ter ustvarili delujoč prototip. Testiranje smo izvedli z anketo, ki je bila razdeljena v dva sklopa. Prvi je vseboval splošna vprašanja o uporabi 3D vizualizacij na spletu, drugi pa pregled prototipa in vprašalnik o uporabniški izkušnji. Analiza odgovorov je pokazala, da se večina anketirancev na 3D grafike odziva pozitivno. Spletno mesto je doseglo dobre ocene v vseh šestih kategorijah uporabniške izkušnje, izmed teh pa sta bili najboljši kategoriji atraktivnost in originalnost. 3D vizualizacije so poleg dekorativnega predznaka pripomogle tudi k večji funkcionalnosti izdelka, kot je npr. pomoč pri prepoznavnosti vsebine. Rezultat magistrskega dela je spletno mesto, ki vsebuje 3D vizualizacije, ter s tem poskrbi za bolj zadovoljivo uporabniško izkušnjo. The master's thesis covers several research areas, namely user experience, animation, and 3D computer graphics. The purpose of the assignment was to create a visual design for the marketing agency website with the inclusion of 3D visualizations, and to examine how these affect the overall user experience. In the theoretical part, we first focused on the importance of today’s websites, and the design of user interfaces and user experience, with the help of various literature. We researched the basics of animation and 3D computer graphics, and reviewed some examples of websites that use 3D visualizations, to gain a better insight into the advantages of such design. At the start of the experimental part, we researched the company identity and set goals that guided us throughout the creative process. We defined target audiences and created personas. We specified the functionality and content of our website, and used wireframes to display simple layouts of elements. Alongside, we worked on 3D models and 3D animation, combined them with the user interface and created a working prototype. The testing was carried out with a survey divided into two parts. The first contained general questions about the use of 3D visualizations on the web, and the second contained a prototype review and user experience questionnaire. The analysis of the answers showed that most respondents have a positive reaction to 3D graphics. The site scored well in all six user experience categories, with attractiveness and novelty being the best. In addition to the decorative effect, 3D visualizations contributed to greater functionality of the product, such as help with content recognition. The result of the master’s thesis is a website that contains 3D visualizations and provides a more satisfactory user experience.

Animacija je koristno orodje za izobraževanje, ki se lahko uporablja za izpolnjevanje afektivne ali kognitivne funkcije. Tema diplomskega dela je osredotočena predvsem na kognitivno funkcijo, saj je bil cilj testirati vpliv animacije na pomnjenje in razumevanje. Delo je razdeljeno na dva dela. Pri teoretičnem delu so preučeni osnovni pojmi animacije, pomnjenja in razumevanja ter raziskana uporaba animacije v izobraževanju in dejavniki, ki vplivajo na učno uspešnost. Narejen je tudi pregled že obstoječih raziskav na tem področju, kar je oblikovalo temelje za nadaljevanje v eksperimentalnem delu. V eksperimentalnem delu je bilo na podlagi strokovne literature o tematiki ozona sestavljeno besedilo, izrisan zgodboris, oblikovana in animirana grafika ter dodana naracija in ostali zvočni elementi. Po končani izdelavi animacije je bila narejena anketa, ki je testirala pomnjenje in razumevanje skupine, ki ji je bila tematika ozona predstavljena z animacijo in skupine, ki si je o problematiki prebrala besedilo. Rezultati testiranja so analizirani in predstavljeni z grafi. V razpravi je potrjena hipoteza, ki je trdila, da uporaba animacije izboljša pomnjenje in razumevanje. Podana je interpretacija rezultatov testiranja ter komentarji, kaj bi lahko spremenili pri poteku raziskave in kako bi raziskavo v prihodnosti lahko nadaljevali. Animation is a useful educational tool that can be used to fulfill an affective or cognitive function. The topic of the thesis focuses mainly on cognitive function, as the aim was to test the impact of animation on retention and understanding. The work is divided into two parts. In the theoretical part, the basic concepts of animation, retention and understanding are studied, as well as the use of animation in education and the factors that affect learning performance. A review of existing research in this field has also been made, which has laid the foundation for continuing in the experimental part. In the experimental part, on the basis of professional literature on the topic of ozone, a text was compiled, a storyboard was drawn, graphics were designed and animated and narration and other sound elements were added. After the animation was completed, a survey was conducted to test the retention and understanding of the group, which was introduced to the topic of ozone with animation, and the group, which read the text on the issue. Results are analyzed and presented in graphs. The discussion confirmed the hypothesis that the use of animation improves retention and understanding. At the end is interpretation of the results and comments on what it could be changed in the course of the research and how the research could be continued in the future.

Magistrsko delo z naslovom Izdelava vizualnih učinkov in 3D lika za umestitev v stilsko enotno video vsebino obravnava potek izdelave kratkega filma, ki vsebuje vizualne učinke. Izdelava končnega izdelka je v magistrskem delu predstavljena skozi tri faze: predprodukcijo, produkcijo in postprodukcijo. V predprodukciji je obravnavano določanje elementov, ki jih je moč predstaviti kot vizualne učinke. Predstavljen je razvoj lastne ideje oziroma zgodbe, ki povezuje prej določene elemente v celoto, pojasnjen pa je tudi izbor snemalne ter računalniške opreme za uresničitev lastne ideje. Produkcija in postprodukcija sta fazi, ki obravnavata uresničitev ideje. V njma je predstavljeno, kako je s pomočjo predhodno opravljene analize različnih moţnostih ustvarjanja vizualnih učinkov z izgradnjo, dodelavo in obdelavo načrtovanih elementov ter montaţo nastalega digitalnega materiala moţno doseči stilsko enoten končni izdelek. Magistrska naloga je razdeljena na dva dela. Prvi, teoretični del, predstavi zgodovino razvoja vizualnih učinkov v filmski industriji, pri čemer je vključenih nekaj primerov dobre prakse, opisanih pa je tudi nekaj trendov ustvarjanja na tem področju v zadnjem desetletju. V teoretičnem delu je prav tako opisanih nekaj najpogosteje uporabljenih tehnik, ki so potrebne za izdelavo vizualnih učinkov. Drugi, praktični del, najprej predstavi namen in hipoteze magistrskega dela. Skozi različne stopnje ustvarjanja vizualnih učinkov razkrije, kaj vse je potrebno opraviti za nastanek kratkega filma z vizualnimi učinki. Pri tem obravnava načrtovanje končnega izdelka, izdelavo in dodelavo vsakega izmed računalniško ustvarjenih elementov, ki so vključeni v film, pri čemer opiše tudi vse tehnike, ki so bile uporabljene pri izdelavi. Predstavi tudi potek zaključne dodelave in obdelave digitalnega materiala, kjer se dotakne digitalnega sestavljanja, montaţe prizorov in barvne korekcije. Magistrsko delo se zaključi z analizo tistih delov končnega izdelka, s pomočjo katerih je bil doseţen namen magistrskega dela, ob enem pa potrdi hipoteze, ki so bile postavljene pred začetkom ustvarjanja. This master thesis, titled The Making of Visual Effects and 3D Character for Placement in a Visually Unified Video Content, describes the process of making a short film that contains visual effects. The process of making the final version of a video is described in three stages: pre-production, production and post-production. Pre-production addresses the determination of the elements that can be described as visual effects as well as the development of the story that connects the described elements into a unified content. Pre-production further contains a description of recording and software equipment planned for the realisation of the project. Production and post-production are the stages showing the realisation of the idea. In this part, the creation of a stylistically unified video content is presented, which was achieved through an analysis of the process of creating visual effects. The processing and final editing of digital elements are also described in these stages. The master thesis is divided in two parts. The first, theoretical part, is a presentation of the historical development of visual effects in the film industry, where some examples of good practice are also included. Some trends prevailing in this field over the last decade are described at this point as well. Last but not least, the theoretical part describes some of the most common techniques used when creating visual effects. The second, experimental part, first presents the purpose and hypotheses of the master thesis. Through various stages of creating visual effects, it describes what needs to be accomplished in order to create a short film with visual effects. Next, it includes the process of creating all the computer-generated elements that are included in the final version of the film, and describes all the techniques that were used in their making. The processes of digital compositing, video editing and colour correction are also described at this point. At the end of the master thesis there is an analysis of different parts of the short film proving that the purpose of the master thesis has been achieved. The analysis also confirms the hypotheses of the thesis.

Magistrsko delo opisuje izdelavo 3D natisnjene lutke za stop-motion animacijo. Cilj magistrskega dela je načrtovati 3D model lutke in okostja, preskusiti in analizirati njuno najbolj optimalno ujemanje ter doseči način, da se bo v animaciji čim bolj optimalno premikala. Raziskovanje je temeljilo predvsem na izdelavi okostja za doseganje njegove optimalne gibljivosti v povezavi z anatomijo telesa lutke. Delo se začne s pregledom teorije s področja 3D tiska, raziskav na področju materialov in tehnologij tiska, ki omogočajo čim bolj obstojen in močan tisk modelov. Sledi pregled teorije s področja stopmotion animacije. Po končanem teoretičnem delu so predstavljene metode dela, ki so bile uporabljene pri raziskovanju optimalnih rešitev za izdelavo lutke. Raziskovalni del vsebuje skiciranje armature, kateremu je sledilo modeliranje v programu Blender. Modeli so natisnjeni s tiskalnikom Form 2, ki deluje na SLA tehnologiji. Okostje lutke je izdelano iz belega tekočega fotopolimera, ki dobro imitira plastiko, zunanji del pa je izdelan iz elastičnega materiala Elastic 50A. Praktično delo je imelo veliko izzivov. Na začetku je potrebno najti prave razlike v velikostih zglobov in krogel, da je okostje sposobno obdržati določene poze. Pri zunanjem materialu je potrebno najti pravo debelino sten, ki še omogoča prepogibanje materiala in obstoj v pozi, pri tem pa je potrebno najti tudi način, kako se bo okostje v zunanji del vstavilo. Na koncu je izdelana animacija cikla hoje, s katero se je preizkusilo delovanje lutke. Opisani so vsi postopki izdelave animacije, od načrtovanja do post-produkcije. Rezultat magistrskega dela je 15- sekundna animacija cikla hoje, s katero je bilo preverjeno delovanje lutke. The master's thesis describes the production of a 3D printed puppet for a stop-motion animation. The intent was to design a 3D model of a puppet and skeleton to test and analyze their most optimal match, and achieve a way for it to move as optimally as possible in animation. The research was mainly based on making a skeleton to achieve its optimal mobility in conjunction with the puppets’ anatomy. The thesis begins with a review of the theory in the field of 3D printing, research in the field of materials and printing technologies, which would enable the most durable and strong printing of models. From then on we go through the theory in the field of stop-motion animation. After completing the theoretical work, we present the methods of work used in the research of optimal solutions for making a puppet. The research part contains a sketch of the armature, which is followed by modeling in the Blender program. The models are printed with a Form 2 printer running on SLA technologies. The skeleton of the doll is made of white resin, which when printed imitates plastic, the outer part is made of elastic material Elastic 50A. Experimental work came with many challenges. In the beginning, it is necessary to find the right differences between the size of the joints and spheres for them to be able to maintain certain poses. In the case of external material, the most suitable wall thickness had to be found, which allowed the material to be pre-folded and to maintain the pose, while also having to find a way for the skeleton will be inserted into the outer part. In the end, an animation of the walking cycle is made to test the function of the puppet. All animation production processes are described, from planning to post-production. The result of the master's thesis is 15 seconds long animation of the walking cycle. With that the function of the doll was checked.

Cilj diplomske naloge je ustvarjanje 2D animiranega filma, vse od zasnove do končnega izdelka. Med postopkom raziskujemo veščine, ki so potrebne za ustvarjanje kratkega animiranega filma. V teoretičnem delu diplomskega dela so razloženi področje animacije ter orodja in tehnike, ki se uporabljajo za ustvarjanje animacij. Raziskali smo klasični potek produkcije filmov in obravnavali pomen različnih faz produkcije ter kako te vplivajo na kakovost končnega izdelka. V praktičnem delu smo opisali orodja, s katerimi smo ustvarili 2D računalniško animiran film, za katerega smo ustvarili dva originalna lika, ju animirali in vstavili v računalniško ustvarjen svet. Praktično delo se je začelo z načrtovanjem filma, pripravo scenarija, zbiranjem referenc ter izdelavo zgodborisa. Nadaljevali smo z oblikovanjem celotnega okolja, vključno z liki, kjer smo animirali like in predmete, nato pa vse, kar je nastalo, združili v kratek 2D animirani film z naslovom Isti (ang. The Same). Za nastanek filma smo uporabili naslednje programe: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects v kombinaciji z DUIK Bassel, Adobe Premiere Pro in Audacity za zvok. Rezultat diplomske naloge je 2D animirani film, ki traja približno devet minut. Pri nastajanju filma smo uporabili animacijsko tehniko interpolacije, za katero je značilno definiranje le začetne in končne vrednosti animacije, vmesne vrednosti pa izračuna računalniški program. Pri izdelavi animiranega filma smo upoštevali dvanajst načel animacije. Najpogosteje smo uporabili načelo uprizoritve, najredkeje pa načeli stiskanja in raztezanja. V zaključni fazi dela smo izdelek ovrednotili in obravnavali načine za njegovo izboljšavo. The topic of the thesis is the development of making a 2D animated film starting from a concept to the result. Throughout this thesis we explore the skills needed to create the film. In the theoretical part of the thesis we explain the field of animation and the tools and methods of how they are used. We researched the classic course of film production and analysed the effect of the different stages of production and how they influence the condition of the final product. In the practical section, we described the programs and methods with which we created 2D animated film for which we created two original characters, animated them, and inserted them into a computer-generated world. The practical work began with the planning of the film, the preparation of the script, the collection of references and the production of the story. We continued to design the entire environment, including the characters, where we animated the characters and objects, and then combined everything that was created into a short 2D animated film entitled The Same. The programs used to create the film include: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects in combination with DUIK Bassel, Adobe Premiere Pro and Audacity for sound. The result of the diploma thesis is a 2D animated film that lasts about 9 minutes. In making the film, we used the animation technique of interpolation (tween animation), which is characterized by defining only the initial and final values of the animation, and the intermediate values are calculated by a computer program. We made twelve principles of animation when making the animated film. The most commonly used principle was staging, and the least was the squash and stretch principle. In the ending aspect of the work, we evaluated the product and discussed ways to improve it.

Animacija je izjemno dober medij za izobraževanje in ozaveščanje o tematikah, o katerih težje govorimo. V magistrskem delu smo se osredotočili na ozaveščevalno in izobraževalno animacijo. Pri oblikovanju grafičnih elementov in sporočila animacije smo bili pozorni na to, da je izdelek privlačen za populacijo študentov. Poleg tega smo pri oblikovanju končne animacije upoštevali pravila socialnega marketinga in uspešnih destigmatizacijskih kampanj. Želeli smo ustvariti, kar najbolj optimalno interakcijo med gledalcem in animacijo. Naš namen je bil preučiti 2D ilustracijo in animacijo ter narediti učinkovito izobraževalno animacijo, ki nudi vpogled v stisko osebe z depresijo in ima poudarek na pravilni komunikaciji z osebo v stiski. Posredno smo z animacijo želeli spodbuditi ljudi v stiski in okolico, da o tem spregovorijo. V teoretičnem delu in pri pregledu stanja raziskav smo raziskali tipe animacije, proces, ki je potreben za izdelavo 2D animacije, naredili pregled literature s področja kampanj ozaveščanja in socialnega marketinga. Seznanili smo se s kampanjami destigmatizacije duševnih motenj in ilustracijami s tematiko depresije, iz katerih smo črpali smernice za avtorske ilustracije in animacijo, narejeno v eksperimentalnem delu. V eksperimentalnem delu smo sporočilo animacije priredili za ciljno skupino in naredili animacijo po lastnem scenariju, zgodborisu ter določeni barvni shemi. Izdelali smo anketo, s katero smo želeli preveriti, ali animacija vpliva na spremembo prepričanja in znanja o tem, kateri stavki so primerni oziroma neprimerni za komunikacijo z osebo z depresijo. Pridobljene rezultate smo statistično analizirali in jih predstavili s preglednicami in grafi. V razpravi smo opisali sporočilnost ilustracij oziroma animacije ter interpretirali pridobljene rezultate. V zaključku smo potrdili hipotezo in komentirali uporabnost animacije. Animation is an exceptionally good medium for education and awareness on the topics that are harder to talk about. The focus of the master's thesis was on how to make education and awareness based animation. When designing the graphic elements and the animation message, the aim was to make the product attractive to the student population. In addition, when designing the final animation, the rules of social marketing and successful destigmatization campaigns were followed. The goal was to create the optimal interaction between the animation and the viewer. The intent was to examine 2D illustration and animation and to make an effective educational animation that provides insight into the plight of a person with depression with an emphasis on correct communication with the person in need. The aim of the animation was to indirectly encourage people in need and others to talk about it. In the theoretical part and in the overview of the state of research, the types of animation, the process of making 2D animation, and a review of the literature in the field of awareness campaigns and social marketing were researched. A familiarization with the destigmatization campaigns of mental disorders and illustrations about depression was needed, in order to define the guidelines for our illustrations and animation, which were done in the experimental part of the work. In the experimental part, an adaptation of the animation message to the target group was made but also an animation according to our own script, storyboard and a specific colour scheme. The aim of the designed survey was to see if the animation influences people to change their beliefs and knowledge about which phrases are appropriate or inappropriate to use when talking to a person with depression. The obtained results were statistically analysed and presented with spreadsheets and graphs. In the discussion, the message of the illustrations and animations were described and the obtained results interpreted. In the conclusion, the hypotheses were confirmed and the usefulness of animation was commented on.

Tema diplomskega dela združuje gibanje in animacijo v kombinaciji z grafičnim oblikovanjem za učinkovitejšo komunikacijo glavne sporočilnosti problematike, ki je predstavljena v delu. Diplomsko delo zajema področje animacije, grafičnega oblikovanja in grafike v gibanju. V teoretičnem delu so opisana ta tri področja, ki se kasneje nadaljujejo v praktično delo, pri katerem je nastal končni izdelek. V teoretičnem delu je opisano, kaj je grafično oblikovanje, kakšen je njegov namen, povezanost likovnih elementov s sporočilnostjo in njegovi mediji. Predstavljena je tudi kratka zgodovina. V nadaljevanju je opisan pojem animacije, njena zgodovina in kakšni so njeni principi. Sledi kratek opis grafike v gibanju in njeni začetki. Teoretični del se zaključi z opisom človeške percepcije gibanja. V eksperimentalnem delu je opisan delokrog od ideje grafičnega plakata do izdelka, ki je kratka ponavljajoča se animacija. V prvem delu eksperimentalnega dela so na kratko opisani programi, ki so bili uporabljeni pri izdelavi gibanja v grafičnem plakatu. Sledi predstavitev izbrane teme »Ohranimo čebele« in idejna zasnova treh plakatov. Predstavljen je postopek izdelave treh plakatov, opisani so glavni oblikovni elementi (tipografija, satje, čebela, medovite rastline) in izbrana kompozicija. Sledi predstavitev vsakega posameznega plakata. V drugem delu je opisan potek izdelave animacije. Predstavljena je snemalna knjiga, njena izdelava in kadri, izvedbeno ozadje animacije oz. grafike v gibanju in vrste gibanja, ki so bile uporabljene pri posameznih elementih. Rezultat eksperimentalnega dela diplomskega dela je izdelek, ki združuje grafično oblikovanje, animacijo in grafiko v gibanju. V poglavju o rezultatih, razpravi in zaključku je prikazan izdelek in njegov opis ter analiziran komunikacijski problem. The diploma thesis combines motion and animation in combination with graphic design to more efficiently communicate the main global problem that is discussed. The thesis thus includes animation, graphic design and motion graphics. In the theoretical part these three fields are described later, in the practical part they are combined to make the final product. The theoretical part describes graphic design, its purpose, the connection of visual elements with the main message, and its potential media. A short history of graphic design is presented. Afterwards, the concept of animation, its history and its principles are described. The beginnings and the principles of motion graphics are explained. The theoretical part ends with a presentation of the human perception of motion. The experimental part documents the path from the idea for a graphic poster to the final product – a looping animation. In the first part of the experimental part the programs that were used in the creative process of developing the motion graphics on the posters are described. This is followed by a presentation of the main message and idea of the three graphic posters. The process of making the posters is presented, and the main design elements (such as typography, honeycomb, bee, plants that attract bees) and the main composition are described. Each poster is presented separately. The storyboard, its making and main shots, the process behind the development of the animation or motion graphics, and the list of movements of specific elements are described. The result of the experimental work in the diploma thesis is a product that combines graphic design, animation and motion graphics. At the end of the thesis, the chapter on results, discussion and conclusions presents the final product and analyzes its communication challenge.

Pri izdelavi animacij, ki se uporabljajo predvsem pri izdelavi animiranih filmov, pogosto prihaja do problemov, ko je scena predstavljena s skupino premikajočih se objektov. Animiranje vsakega objekta oz. člana skupine je namreč časovno potratno, zato se v praksi uporabljajo simulacije, ki izračunajo gibanje skupine. Pri animiranju skupin, kjer se člani zavedajo sosedov v skupini in okolice, se za simulacijo lahko uporabi model kolektivnega gibanja. Simulacije prihranijo veliko časa pri delu, a z njihovo uporabo ni natančnega nadzora nad gibanjem posameznih članov. Simulacijo, ki uporablja model kolektivnega gibanja, lahko parametriziramo do te mere, da se animacija skupine izvede po naših željah. V tej nalogi so uporabljeni genetski algoritmi za izbiro optimalnih parametrov modela kolektivnega gibanja. Če poteka gibanje skupine brez trkov med člani ali z okolico, je videti takšno vedenje članov skupine bolj avtentično. Genetski algoritmi so bili uporabljeni tudi zato, da se je zmanjšal čas računanja simulacije. Implementiran je bil program za izvajanje takšnih simulacij, preverjen pa je bil na enostavnem scenariju, kjer se je skupina pojavila na določenem začetnem območju in se je morala mimo ovir premakniti do cilja. Z izdelanim programom so se izvajale simulacije z različnimi nastavitvami, za katere so se beležili trki in meril čas računanja posamezne sličice. Iz rezultatov je razvidno, da se lahko s tem programom izberejo optimalne nastavitve simulacije kolektivnega gibanja za uporabljen scenarij. S programom se lahko prepreči trke v simulacijah skupin z velikostjo do 340 članov. Zaradi uporabe genetskih algoritmov se je zmanjšal tudi čas računanja posamezne sličice simulacije. In the production of animated films, problems frequently arise in scenes with groups of moving objects. Animating each object or member of the group individually can be very time consuming, which is why simulations that calculate all the movements are normally used in practice. If group members need to be aware of other members and their surroundings, the most appropriate model for simulating the movement is a model of flocking behaviour. Such simulations save a lot of time at the expense of precise control over individual group members. To achieve the desired movement of the group, flocking simulation settings are iteratively changed until a satisfactory result is achieved. This thesis tests and evaluates the use of genetic algorithms for selecting the optimal parameters of simulated flocking. The aim was to simulate group movement without collisions between group members or with the surroundings to get an authentic animation of group members' behaviour. A programme for flocking simulations was implemented and tested on a short scenario. A group of objects scattered across a designated starting area had to pass an obstacle course to reach a final destination. The programme was run at different settings, and collisions and frame calculation times were recorded. The results show that the programme was able to set optimal parameters for flocking simulations in the scenario. Measurements show that groups of up to 340 members can be simulated without collisions using the programme. Additionally, the use of a genetic algorithm reduced the time needed to calculate the simulation.

Diplomsko delo z naslovom Razvoj in določanje animacijskih tehnik 3D lika za produkcijo animiranega filma obravnava potek izdelave sistema, ki omogoča upravljanje gibanja nekega lika z namenom nadaljnjega animiranja. Proces gradnje takega sistema je postopek, ki se ga lotimo v več stopnjah. Najprej se je potrebno odločiti, kakšen je pričakovan končni izdelek, prav tako na kakšen način in s pomočjo katerih programov bo narejen, nato pa je na vrsti razvoj lastne ideje. Priporočljivo je tudi preučiti nekaj primerov dobre prakse, ki lahko pomagajo pri razvoju lastne ideje in njeni uresničitvi. Za uspešno izvedeno produkcijo animiranega filma je potrebna pazljivost pri načrtovanju izdelave vseh elementov, ki bodo vključeni v končni izdelek. Diplomska naloga je razdeljena na dva dela. Prvi, teoretični del, se osredotoči predvsem na preučevanje zgodovine razvoja 3D likov, poleg tega pa vključuje tudi predstavitev primerov dobre prakse, po katerih se je mogoče zgledovati pri lastni produkciji kratkega animiranega filma. Teoretični del vsebuje tudi razlago delokroga in procesa izdelave animacije ter razlago nekaterih pojmov, ki bodo omenjeni med samim potekom izdelave animacije. Praktični del razkrije namen in cilje diplomske naloge. Osredotoča se predvsem na proces izdelave kratkega animiranega filma in opisuje vse vključene stopnje pri izdelavi, torej razvoj zgodbe, scene in lika, čemur sledi predstavitev določanja animacijskih tehnik pri gradnji sistema za nadzor gibanja lika. Diplomsko delo se zaključi z analizo upodobljenih prizorov, ki so vključeni v film, in podajanjem kritične ocene izdelane vsebine, kjer so predstavljene tudi možnosti izboljšave končnega izdelka. The diploma thesis titled Development and the definition of animation techniques of a 3D character for a production of animation film involves an explanation of building a system for motion control of a certain character for the purpose of animaton. The process of building such a system is a process that needs to be addressed in several stages. First of all, it is necessary to decide what the expected end product is, as well as in what way and with which programs it will be made. Only after that a development of one's own idea is possible. It is also advisable to examine some examples of good practice that can help with providing a development and realization of a certain idea. For the successful production of an animated film, all the elements that will be included in the finished product should be carefully planned. The diploma work is divided into two parts. The first, theoretical part, focuses primarily on the study of the history of the development of 3D characters, and also includes the presentation of examples of good practice, which can be used as an inspiration while making a short animated film. The theoretical part also contains an explanation of the process of making animation, as well as the interpretation of some concepts that will be mentioned during the course of the animation production. The practical part reveals the purpose and goals of the diploma thesis. It focuses primarily on the process of producing a short animated film and describes all the stages involved in the production, which are the development of a story, a scene and a character, followed by a presentation of animation techniques in the construction of a system for controlling the movement of a character. At the end of the diploma thesis the analysis of the rendered scenes that are included in the film is presented, as well as a critical assessment of the created content. At this point the possibilities of improving the final product are also mentioned