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A fast algorithm for polygon operations

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In this paper, a fast algorithm for polygon operations is introduced. The intersection validation testing method is described.

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Cai, S., Zhang, F. A fast algorithm for polygon operations. J. of Compt. Sci. & Technol. 6, 91–96 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02943412

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