System Architecture¶
GD_xPRIMEray modifies the classical rendering pipeline by inserting a curvature-aware transport layer between ray generation and shading evaluation.
High-Level Flow¶
- Ray Generation
- Field Evaluation
- Curvature Derivative Computation
- RK4 Step Integration
- Surface Intersection Test
- Shading / Accumulation
Pipeline Diagram¶
Modular Components¶
| Module | Purpose |
|---|---|
| FieldSource3D | Defines spatial refractive index profile |
| FieldGrid3D | Spatial sampling + field lookup |
| CurvedRayIntegrator | RK4 step solver |
| GrinFilmCamera | Injection point for curved transport |
| Diagnostics | Validation + path heatmap |
Design Philosophy¶
Rather than treat curvature as a post-process distortion, GD_xPRIMEray integrates curvature at the transport layer, preserving physical consistency across interaction events.