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Multi-channel train visual simulation system based on PC cluster

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Train visual simulation system is an important component of a train simulator. Now advanced train visual simulation systems are usually equipped with large-wide projection screen or multiprojection screens to display, and high-end graphic workstation to complete the multiple channels real-time rendering task. They can provide the user large field of view and bring a strong feeling of immersion with the support of interactive devices. This paper presented a multi-channel train visual simulation system based on PC cluster. The new system has a close or even better performance compared to SGI high performance workstation based visual simulation system, furthermore it will cut down the system cost a lot. The techniques of photorealistic rendering, emergency simulation and natural phenomena simulation such as raining and snowing are also discussed in detail.

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VRCAI '04: Proceedings of the 2004 ACM SIGGRAPH international conference on Virtual Reality continuum and its applications in industry
June 2004
493 pages
ISBN:1581138849
DOI:10.1145/1044588
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  1. per-pixel lighting
  2. shadow generation
  3. train simulation system
  4. virtual reality
  5. visual simulation

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