Ray Tracing

Ray tracing is our friend when we want a realistic 3D render. This technique is inspired by what happens in the natural world. But why, and how? Here we look at some basics of ray tracing: the why, ray equation, forward vs backward, and an overview of the general algorithm.

Topics Covered

  • Motivation
  • Ray Equation
  • Forward, Backward Ray Tracing
  • General Ray Tracying Algorithm