Modern Scientific Visualizations on the Web

Modern scientific visualization is web-based and uses emerging technology such as WebGL (Web Graphics Library) and WebGPU for three-dimensional computer graphics and WebXR for augmented and virtual reality devices. These technologies, paired with the accessibility of websites, potentially offer a us...

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Veröffentlicht in:Informatics (Basel) Jg. 7; H. 4; S. 37
Hauptverfasser: Franke, Loraine, Haehn, Daniel
Format: Journal Article
Sprache:Englisch
Veröffentlicht: MDPI AG 24.09.2020
Schlagworte:
graphics
HTML5
interactive websites
JavaScript
visualization
WebGL
ISSN:2227-9709, 2227-9709
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Zusammenfassung:Modern scientific visualization is web-based and uses emerging technology such as WebGL (Web Graphics Library) and WebGPU for three-dimensional computer graphics and WebXR for augmented and virtual reality devices. These technologies, paired with the accessibility of websites, potentially offer a user experience beyond traditional standalone visualization systems. We review the state-of-the-art of web-based scientific visualization and present an overview of existing methods categorized by application domain. As part of this analysis, we introduce the Scientific Visualization Future Readiness Score (SciVis FRS) to rank visualizations for a technology-driven disruptive tomorrow. We then summarize challenges, current state of the publication trend, future directions, and opportunities for this exciting research field.
ISSN:2227-9709
2227-9709
DOI:10.3390/informatics7040037