Disney Research Studios

We propose a solution for presenting movie quality graphics to the user while still allowing the sense of presence afforded by free viewpoint head motion.

We propose a method to fabricate textured 3D models using thermoforming.

We present the first approach for high-quality lightweight eye capture, which leverages a database of pre-captured eyes to guide the reconstruction of new eyes from much less constrained inputs, such as traditional single-shot face scanners or even a single photo from the internet.

We propose a local deformation model composed of many small subspaces spatially distributed over the face.

We propose a new adaptive rendering method to improve the performance of Monte Carlo ray tracing, by reducing noise contained in rendered images while preserving high-frequency edges.

We present a computational tool for designing ornamental curve networks—structurally-sound physical surfaces with user-controlled aesthetics.

We address the problem of denoising Monte Carlo renderings by studying existing approaches and proposing a new algorithm that yields state-of-the-art performance on a wide range of scenes.

We present subdivision next-event estimation (SNEE) for unbiased Monte Carlo simulation of subsurface scattering.

We present a novel method to design shells with artistic cutouts in a manner that produces a stable final result.

This paper describes a VLC system, called EnLighting, based on light bulbs that support an embedded Linux version (and its complete networking stack).