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Modelling leaf surface reconstruction using Bernstein polynomials method

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In this research paper, we adapt for the first time Bernstein polynomials for reconstructing a continuous differentiable surfaces of a real leaf from 3D scanned data points. As such model is essential for modelling the plant architecture, fluid movement, and biological structure such as photosynthesis. To evaluate the accuracy of the proposed method, we apply it on a real scattered data points collected from a genuine Frangipani and Anthurium leaf surface using a laser scanner. We found that the Bernstein polynomials develop precise model of the leaf surface.

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Oqielat, M.N. Modelling leaf surface reconstruction using Bernstein polynomials method. Comp. Appl. Math. 39, 268 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40314-020-01309-1

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