Particle systems and their applications in computer animation

摘要

Particle systems are primary tool for computer visualisation of certain fuzzy phenomena. This paper presentshistory, features, elements and practical applications of particle systems. An analysis is also given based on severalmasters’ theses in computer graphics field in which particle systems were used. Results show that a high level of visualrealism is achievable through the usage of particle systems. Given their worldwide popularity, knowledge of particlesystems through the course of higher education in area of computer visualisation is desirable, very useful and muchneeded.