A Framework for Depth Image-Based Modeling and Rendering

Abstract

We present an image-based system for automatic modeling and interactive rendering of 3D objects. We describe ou r contribution to image-based modeling and interactive multi-resolution rendering algorithms. Our representation is based on images w ith depths, which allow it to be compact and flexible, suitable for static and animated scenes, simplify streaming network transmission. The representation has been proposed and accepted into MPEG-4 AFX (Animated Framework eXtension).