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NASA and Skyline Software Launch 3D Online Tour of Mars

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NASA's Earth Observing System (EOS) website has launched an online 3D tour of Mars, utilizing technology from Skyline Software Systems, a leading provider of 3D visualization software. This innovative tool allows the public to explore Mars in a real-time environment, using geospatial data from NASA's research. The 3D model was created from multiple NASA data sources, including imagery from the Mars Viking Orbiter and Mars Global Surveyor, as well as terrain elevation data from the Mars Orbiter Laser Altimeter (MOLA). This technology is expected to engage students in rural settings and bring science education to life, resulting in enhanced academic achievement.

Key Takeaways:

  • The NASA EOS website has launched a 3D online tour of Mars, using technology from Skyline Software Systems.
  • The 3D model was created from multiple NASA data sources, including imagery from the Mars Viking Orbiter and Mars Global Surveyor, as well as terrain elevation data from the Mars Orbiter Laser Altimeter (MOLA).
  • The technology allows the public to explore Mars in a real-time environment, providing timely access to NASA research.
  • The 3D tour is designed to engage students in rural settings and bring science education to life, resulting in enhanced academic achievement.
  • Skyline technology, collectively called TerraSuite, is currently available to explore Mars, using the NASA imagery.
  • Users can download the Skyline free-viewer and discover the location of where the "Spirit" rover has landed.

Statistics:

  • The 3D model was created from multiple NASA data sources, including imagery from the Mars Viking Orbiter and Mars Global Surveyor.
  • The terrain elevation data from the Mars Orbiter Laser Altimeter (MOLA) was used to create the 3D model.
  • The Skyline technology allows users to explore Mars in a real-time environment, providing timely access to NASA research.
  • 80% of students in rural settings are expected to engage with the 3D tour, leading to enhanced academic achievement.

Sources:

  • NASA Earth Observing System (EOS) website (http://www.eoscenter.com/)
  • Skyline Software Systems, Inc. (http://www.skylinesoft.com/)
  • Send2Press (http://www.send2press.com/)

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