Linsegulning

Linsegulning is a term encountered in some discussions of vector graphics and line rendering. It is not widely standardized and may reflect a colloquial or former usage for a technique that smooths polyline shapes by linear means.

The core idea is to generate smooth curves from sequences of straight segments by applying linear interpolation and optional smoothing steps to the vertices. Practically, you start with a polyline defined by points, resample points along the path using linear interpolation, and optionally apply a small smoothing filter to vertex positions or junctions. The result is a path that retains key endpoints and shape while reducing sharp corners.

Linsegulning overlaps with established concepts such as line smoothing, polyline subdivision, and curve fitting. It is not a standard term in major graphics libraries, and implementations may vary, sometimes being functionally similar to generating a Bezier or spline path via subdivision rather than true linear segments.

Applications include vector graphic editing, font rendering, and computer graphics pipelines where rendering efficiency favors linear segments with smoothing to approach curves without full spline computation.

Language notes: The term appears to be a compound drawn from Scandinavian roots related to linse/line and gulning (yellowing) or smoothing, but its precise etymology is unclear and usage is inconsistent.