Specifies a set of functions for computer graphics programming, the Graphical Kernel System for three dimensions (GKS-3D). GKS-3D is a basic graphics system for applications that produce computer-generated three-dimensional pictures on graphics output devices. It supports operator input and interaction by supplying basic functions for graphical input and picture segmentation. It allows storage and dynamic modification of pictures. It is identical with and has been reproduced from ISO 8805:1988.
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AS 3656:1989(R2013) history
0000 AS 3656:1989(R2013)
1970AS 3656:1989 Computer graphics - Graphical Kernel System for three dimensions (GKS-3D) functional description