Topologically safe curved schematization
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چکیده
Traditionally schematized maps make extensive use of curves. However, automated methods for schematization are mostly restricted to straight lines. We present a generic framework for topology-preserving curved schematization that allows a choice of quality measures and curve types. Our fully-automated approach does not need critical points or salient features. We illustrate our framework with Bézier curves and circular arcs.
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