Lecture

Physically-Based Rendering: Light Paths Quest

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This lecture by the instructor delves into physically-based rendering, focusing on light transport simulations and material appearance models. The talk explains the challenges of producing realistic computer-generated images and discusses algorithms like path tracing. It explores the complexities of light transport phenomena, the importance of accurate renderings in various applications, and the limitations of traditional graphics cards for high-quality rendering. The lecture also covers the concept of Monte Carlo integration, the use of duality and continuity in improving rendering algorithms, and the role of Markov chains in generating samples. The presentation concludes with a discussion on the difficulties of simulating specular paths and the potential of combining geometric and wave optics for more accurate renderings.

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