Cube Map (computer graphics)
Example of a cube map projection on a Utah teapot
Cube maps provide an easy and frequent technique used in the field of 3D computer graphics is to reflections to imitate. Similar to a skybox , a virtual cube is generated from several static and mostly very low-resolution textures . Depending on the viewing angle of the camera, it moves with it. The contents of the cube are placed on the reflecting surface. The illusion of a reflection appears.
Individual evidence
- ↑ Philipp Reuther: Spiegelungen und Reflexionen: Hardware- und Grafikeffekte Glossar , August 27, 2017