A web-based, pixel-streamed geospatial terrain visualization platform that enabled users to import, visualize, and interact with custom geotile data in both 2D and VR environments. Developed as part of an RFP response, this application provided powerful terrain visualization capabilities with an intuitive interface accessible across multiple devices and platforms.
Contributions: Technical architecture, 3D visualization pipeline, pixel streaming implementation, geospatial data processing, RFP response development
The platform revolutionized geospatial data access by providing a browser-based interface that worked across any device while supporting various terrain data formats. Users could navigate using coordinate-based searching, Google Maps integration, or saved location bookmarks. The intuitive controls worked in both standard 2D mode and immersive VR, with custom annotation tools for collaborative sessions. The pixel streaming architecture enabled high-fidelity 3D visualization even on mobile devices by offloading processing to server-side resources.
Behind the interface, a sophisticated data processing pipeline handled various geotile formats with dynamic level-of-detail management for optimal performance. The system's cross-platform compatibility supported desktop VR headsets, mobile VR, and WebXR implementations, providing a consistent experience across devices. This architecture made complex geospatial data accessible to non-technical users while maintaining the fidelity and performance required for professional applications.