Plot 3-variable function in volume

Hi everybody,

I want to demonstrate the distribution of a three-variable function with color in a volume. For example, suppose that we have T (temperature) as a function of x, y, and z in a cube.

Does MATLAB have a proper command to do this? I need something like imagesc, but in 3D. Exactly like HFSS (electromagnetic software) when it shows the distribution of fields in volumes.

Any help and reply is appreciated.

Mohsen Rajaei

Answer 1

[Image Analyst]

MATLAB's 3D volume visualization is very primitive. You are pretty much limited to cut-away views and isosurfaces. If that's all you want (no transparency and ability to see inside the volume), then you're fine. For true volume visualization you need to use a product built for that, such as Avizo http://www.vsg3d.com/avizo/overview

[Mohsen Rajaei]

Thank you for your reply.

Is it linked with MATLAB?

I should transfer a 3-D matrix into the software and it shows the plot? I need a fast procedure that each time as I run my code, it shows the results so that I can check them.