Motivation for Dv
Quake datasets are too large to store and manipulate locally.
- 40 GB - 6 TB depending on degree of downsampling
- Common problem now because of advances in hardware, software, and simulation methodology.
Current visualization approach
- Make request to supercomputing center (PSC) graphics department.
- Receive an MPEGs, JPEG and/or videotapes in a couple of weeks/months.
Desired visualization approach
- Provide a remote visualization service that will allow us to visualize Quake datasets interactively and in collaboration with colleagues around the world.
- Useful for qualitative debugging, demos, and solid engineering results