Abstract
A 3D map labeling system places 2D labels at a depth that is unoccluded by the labeled 3D element of the 3D map but may be occluded by a different 3D element. The 3D map labelling system renders back faces of a 3D model into a Z-buffer. The system then renders a label at a predetermined depth and performs a Z-test by testing the predetermined depth of the label against the Z-buffer. The system uses the Z-test to identify the occluded and unoccluded pixels in the label and uses this information to hide labels behind occluding elements, or style them differently, for example, with transparency.
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Recommended Citation
Kontkanen, Janne and Schpok, Joshua, "OCCLUDING 3D MAP LABELS USING BACK FACES", Technical Disclosure Commons, (January 19, 2016)
https://www.tdcommons.org/dpubs_series/114