Visualizing Uncertainty
From CERES
| Title | Visualizing Uncertainty |
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| Summary | Develop a method for visualizing simulations involving uncertainty in 3D. |
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| Author | Adam Duracz |
| Supervisor | Adam Duracz, Walid Taha |
| Level | Flexible |
| Status | Open |
Description
Three dimensional models are an indispensable tool for visualising simulation results, particularly for models comprising a large number of variables. Due to the close correspondence between the 3D model and the system under design, the mapping of simulation results to 3D animations normally is straightforward. When the model includes uncertain parameter values, or the computational method used to simulate the model produces such values, the mapping to a 3D animation becomes a challenge. The goal of this project is to develop a method to visualize results of such simulations.
Research Questions
- How can geometric objects defined by uncertain real-valued variables (intervals) be visualized effectively?
- How can uncertain discrete variables, such as strings, be visualized?
Expected Outcomes
- A method for mapping simulation results involving uncertain values to 3D animations.
- An implementation of the visualization method, integrated into the Acumen language.
Prerequisites
- Firm grasp of Java, Scala or a similar functional or object oriented language.
- Experience with geometry, linear algebra and 3D visualization will all be helpful.
