Efficient Nonlinear Finite Element Modeling of Nonrigid Objects via Optimization of Mesh Models
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In this paper we propose a new general framework for the application of the nonlinear finite element method (FEM) to nonrigid motion analysis. We construct the models by integrating image data and prior knowledge, using well-established techniques from computer vision, structural mechanics, and computer-aided design (CAD). These techniques guide the process of optimization of mesh models. Linear FEM proved to be a successful physically based modeling tool in solving limited types of nonrigid motion problems. However, linear FEM cannot handle nonlinear materials or large deformations. Application of nonlinear FEM to nonrigid motion analysis has been restricted by difficulties with high computational complexity and noise sensitivity. We tackle the problems associated with nonlinear FEM by changing the parametric description of the object to allow easy automatic control of the model, using physically motivated analysis of the possible displacements to address the worst effects of the noise, applying mesh control strategies, and utilizing multiscale methods. The combination of these methods represents a new systematic approach to a class of nonrigid motion applications for which sufficiently precise and flexible FEM models can be built. The results from the skin elasticity experiments demonstrate the success of the proposed method. The model allows us to objectively detect the differences in elasticity between normal and abnormal skin. Our work demonstrates the possibility of accurate computation of point correspondences and force recovery from range image sequences containing nonrigid objects and large motion. c © 1998 Academic Press
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Computer Vision and Image Understanding
دوره 69 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1998