The Visualization of Knots and Braids.

Authors :: Bates, L.
Wyvill, B.
Yao, C.
Source :: Journal of Visualization & Computer Animation; Apr-Jun92, Vol. 3 Issue 2, p91-104, 18p, 26 Black and White Photographs, 3 Diagrams
Publication Year :: 1992
Abstract: We describe a new method for modelling braids and certain classes of knots and links, and how they may be visualized. The method uses generalized cylinders built around a bicubic spline centre line. We also show how multi-stranded, recursive, hawser laid ropes can be modelled using related techniques. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]