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Sub aquatic 3D visualization and temporal analysis utilizing ArcGIS online and 3D applications
Citation:
Hollenhorst, T., J. Launspach, AND A. Samuelson. Sub aquatic 3D visualization and temporal analysis utilizing ArcGIS online and 3D applications. MN GIS/LIS Consortium Conference, Duluth, MN, October 07 - 09, 2015.
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Description:
We used 3D Visualization tools to illustrate some complex water quality data we’ve been collecting in the Great Lakes. These data include continuous tow data collected from our research vessel the Lake Explorer II, and continuous water quality data collected from an autonomous underwater robot or Slocum Glider. Both sensors move up and down through the water column so the data needs to be represented both vertically and horizontally through time. The data metrics include conductivity, temperature, depth, fluorescence, nitrate, and plankton abundance. Working with story maps and 3D visualization tools allow us to present complex spatial/temporal data sets to the public via an easy to use intuitive interface. As we automate this process we’ll be able process and present these type of data almost as soon as it is collected.