Sri Harsha Puli1251208Assignment No. 10Computer AnimationsSummary:1. What is Animation2. Computer animation3. PC Hardware and Software from Silicon Graphics Inc (SGI)4. Types of Computer Animation Software to Know AboutFlashBlenderCinema 4D5. Types of Computer AnimationComputer AssistanceMotion Control and ScriptingCGI CompositionMotion CaptureFlash Animation6. Conclusion7. References: What is animation? Bringing something to life that can't move on its own and making it move is nothing short of animating. Animation generally makes the thing easy to explain or clearly understandable and ultimately increases the potential for projecting the information. The facilitator will have to visualize the objects, how they must move in space and how they function. [1]Computer AnimationAs time passes and technology increases, the animation method has transformed into computer-generated animation method. All the advanced methods have made man's life easier and more creative by trading on the level of control over the animation he has over his thoughts. Computer animations classified into three categories: simulation, key framing and motion capture. [2] What comes to mind when thinking about computer animation is their applications in flashy, cartoonish productions for the big screen or consoles. But including the entertainment industry, it also has its own name and fame in many departments. [4]Hardware and SoftwareThe quality of animations mainly depends on its hardware and software components. To give the best results, these two components should be considered equally important. To make the right choice for a...... middle of paper...... in. In general, there is no single perfect tool for proper animation, as the correctness of the tool will depend on the effect achieved. the facilitator wants to develop. The best piece of animation should be assembled to simulate reality in the most artistic way possible. References:[1][2] Parent, R. (1998). Introduction to computer science and animation. Accessed August 2, 2001 http://www.edb.utexas.edu/minliu/multimedia/PDFfolder/ComputerAnimationII.pdf [3]Types of Computer Animation: By Dennis Hartman, eHow Contributor http://www.ehow. com/about_5256092_types -computer-animation.html [4] Computer animation in other industries: http://animation.about.com/od/otherindustries/ [5]7 types of computer animation software to know - Written by Tom Fronczak on JUNE 4, 2011http://www.animationcareerreview.com/articles/7-types-computer-animation-software-worth-knowing