IMG_to_Mobius_Loop

A simple Python script that wraps a .jpg image around a 3D Möbius strip using matplotlib. You can read more about how it works and the context here.

Example input and output:

Input:

Output:

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Usage

Requirements

Install required packages:

pip install numpy pillow matplotlib

Run

python main.py example/BWV1087.jpg --save

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Arguments

Argument	Description	Default
image	Path to the .jpg image file	Required
--band_size_adj	Adjusts the band width (relative to image aspect ratio)	0
--elev	Elevation angle of the 3D view	25
--azim	Azimuth angle of the 3D view	-45
--perspective	Perspective scaling factor	0.8
--zoom	Camera zoom level	2.2
--image_shift	Horizontal image shift (loop offset)	0
--res_factor	Downsampling factor for faster rendering	1
--transparent	Enable brightness-based alpha transparency	Off
--save	Save the output image as mobius_strip_render.png	Off