A Three-Dimensional Model of Human Lip Motion
Sumit Basu, Sumit Basu · 1997
I present a 3D model of human lips and develop a framework for training it from real data. The model starts off with generic physics specified with the finite element method and "learns" the correct physics through observations. The model's physics allow physically-based regularization between sparse observation points and the resulting set of deformations are used to derive the correct physical modes of the model. Preliminary results showing the model's ability to reconstruct lip shapes from sparse data are shown. The resulting model can be used for both analysis and synthesis. Thesis Supervisor: Alex P. Pentland Title: Department Head/Associate Professor, Media Arts and Sciences Acknowledgments I would first of all like to thank my advisor, Sandy Pentland, for his unfailing support and encouragement every step of the way. With his help, I could always see the big picture, even when lost in the most frustrating details. Next of course is Irfan Essa, who got me started in all kinds ...