3D Lens Raytracer

This repository holds a raytracing library for simulating and testing camera lens stacks.

Status

This library is currently in development.

Overview

This repository is entirely written in C++ and MATLAB, and is structured around the CMAKE cross-compilation paradigm. All source code is in the lens_raytracer_3d/src/ directory.

Easy Build and Run Instructions

Open a MATLAB instance, then

cd lens_raytracer_3d/src/matlab/
example_create_scene_file

The example_create_scene_file MATLAB script will automatically compile the C++ binary and open a subprocess call to run it.

C++ Build Instructions

Alternatively, the raytracer executable can be compiled using the standard CMAKE build scheme. Clone this repository, and then

cd lens_raytracer_3d
mkdir build
cd build
cmake ..
make

C++ Run Instructions

The current primary executable will simulate rays emitted from an area light source passing through the lens stack described in the lens_raytracer_3d/config/scene.yaml file. To run, type:

./bin/raytracer