Projective geometric algebra is a four-dimensional mathematical model that naturally incorporates representations for Euclidean points, lines, and planes as well as operations for performing rotations, reflections, and translations in a single algebraic structure that is a specific type of Clifford algebra. It completely subsumes conventional models that include homogeneous coordinates, Plücker coordinates, quaternions, and screw theory. This makes projective geometric algebra a natural fit for areas of computer science that routinely use these mathematical concepts, especially computer graphics and robotics.
This page is a central resource containing all of the work on the subject of geometric algebra by Dr. Eric Lengyel. Some of the most recent developments in projective geometric algebra can be found in his blog:
• Projective Geometric Algebra Done Right
• Symmetries in Projective Geometric Algebra
A C++ library that implements much of this math is available under a GPL license on GitHub.
The two 18×24 inch reference posters below contain a huge amount of information, including new research from 2020. They can be downloaded as a single PDF.
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Foundations of Game Engine Development, Volume 1: Mathematics This book, written in 2016, contains an entire chapter about projective geometry in Grassmann algebra. It is a detailed introduction to the subject that is the perfect starting place for anyone who wants to learn details about the wedge and antiwedge products. |
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Grassmann Algebra in Game Development These are the slides from the talks about Grassmann algebra given at the Game Developers Conference in 2012 and 2014. |
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A Bigger Mathematical Picture for Computer Graphics These are the slides from the keynote talk about Grassmann algebra at the WSCG conference in 2012. |
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