Ford Lake Data Visualization

N Formation Design is happy to announce the completion of a great 3D data visualization in cooperation with Dr. John Lehman of the University of Michigan. This project incorporates spatial data gathered by Dr. Lehman via sensors in Ford Lake (Ypsilanti Twp, MI) with a 3D model of the actual bathymetry (underwater shape) of the lake.

This visualization will allow community members to get a better understanding of what is happening inside Ford Lake and aid researchers like Dr. Lehman in finding patterns and relationships in the lake data.

From the site:

"This 3D visualization shows hourly lake data, updated on a regular basis, for wind speed and direction as well as temperature, oxygen, and turbulence at different depths. The information is combined with a 3D model of the lake bathymetry to produce an accurate view of spatial and temporal patterns."

Screenshot:

Another version of the application focuses on a historical data set spanning three years that includes additional data on algal pigments and water transparency.

Screenshot #2:

Try these interactive visualizations out for yourself by going to www.umich.edu/~hrstudy and clicking on 'Data Animation' or 'Historical Data Animation.'

Comments and feedback are greatly appreciated!