Solution of the discrete Plateau problem.

AUTOR(ES)

Hu, T C

RESUMO

We solve a discrete version of the classic Plateau problem, which asks for a minimal surface spanning a given curve. Our algorithm is based on a network-flow formulation that finds minimal slabs, intuitively corresponding to minimal "surfaces" of prescribed thickness. We let the slab thickness approach zero in order to obtain the desired minimal surface.

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