Maple 13: Increase resolution of 3D shapes

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SUMMARY

To increase the resolution of 3D shapes in Maple 13, specifically when using the implicitplot3d function, the "numpoints" option is essential. By default, the resolution may result in boxy appearances for shapes like spheres. To enhance the visual quality, users should specify a higher value for "numpoints", such as 20000, in their plotting command. This adjustment significantly improves the smoothness and detail of the rendered 3D objects.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with Maple 13 syntax and functions
  • Understanding of 3D plotting concepts
  • Knowledge of implicit functions in mathematics
  • Basic experience with graphical options in Maple
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore advanced plotting techniques in Maple 13
  • Learn about other options in implicitplot3d for enhanced visual effects
  • Investigate performance implications of high "numpoints" values
  • Review examples of 3D shape rendering in Maple documentation
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Mathematicians, educators, and researchers who utilize Maple for 3D visualizations, as well as anyone looking to improve the graphical output of their mathematical models.

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Hey all,

I'm sure this is simple, but I can't seem to find the answer in the Maple help section.
When drawing 3D shapes, I want to be able to up the number of dots used to constitute the image, thus increase the resolution of the object.

My spheres are showing up a bit boxy.

SPHERE:=implicitplot3d(x^2+y^2+z^2=1,x=-1..1,y=-1..1,z=-1..1,axes=normal):

What "option" command do I need to add at the end of the line to increase the resolution?

Thanks,

Marc.
 
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Just found it.

"numpoints" is what I was looking for.

Example application:
implicitplot3d(x^2+y^2+z^2=1,x=-1..1,y=-1..1,z=-1..1,axes=normal, numpoints=20000):
 

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