lighting model

[ˈlaɪtɪŋ ˈmɒdəl]
nounpl: lighting models
modelo de iluminação
1. A mathematical representation of how light interacts with surfaces in computer graphics and rendering
The Phong lighting model is widely used in real-time graphics applications.
O modelo de iluminação de Phong é amplamente utilizado em aplicações gráficas em tempo real.
2. A system or framework used in film, photography, and stage production to determine light placement, intensity, and color
The cinematographer chose a three-point lighting model for the interview scene.
O cinematógrafo escolheu um modelo de iluminação com três pontos para a cena de entrevista.
3. A technique or approach that simulates how light behaves in a virtual or physical environment
Global illumination is a more complex lighting model than simple ambient lighting.
A iluminação global é um modelo de iluminação mais complexo do que a iluminação ambiente simples.
The term is predominantly used in technical fields such as computer graphics, visual effects, cinematography, and game development. In Brazil and Portugal, professionals in these industries use 'modelo de iluminação' as the standard terminology. The concept became increasingly important with the advancement of 3D graphics technology and is now fundamental in fields ranging from AAA game development to architectural visualization.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shading modelrendering modelillumination modellight interaction model

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
modelo de iluminação
Standard term used in computer graphics and film industries
Portugal
modelo de iluminação
Same term used; occasionally 'modelo de luz' in technical contexts
Technical/Academic
modelo luminoso
Less common but used in some academic literature

Related Words

ray tracingshaderambient lightspecular reflectiondiffuse reflectionnormal mappingphysically-based rendering

Related Idioms & Phrases

three-point lighting
global illumination
physically-based rendering model
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