cardinal spline

noun

A series of curves joined to form a larger one, defined by a set of control points and an amount of tension.

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Meanings

nouncardinal spline (plural cardinal splines)

plural cardinal splines

  1. computerA series of curves joined to form a larger one, defined by a set of control points and an amount of tension.
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