The research at iMAGIS is driven by the simulation of complex phenomena. Users of virtual prototypes, such as scientists, engineers and architects, demand interactive environments where they can create realistic models and run efficient simulations. Using current graphics systems, these competing requirements cannot be mutually satisfied. Therefore, our research focuses on finding acceptable compromises using innovative approaches. To this end we are both investigating fundamental problems and applying this new technology to practical systems. Fundamental issues include the development of efficient algorithms and the creation of geometric or physical models. Some application domains are site evaluation, training simulators, medical imaging, and scientific visualization.
iMAGIS' recent research efforts have been focused on the following subjects :
Several of iMAGIS' projects have evolved into industrial collaborations, most recently with SFR (radio wave propagation for cellular phone systems) and LCPC (lighting simulation).