Advanced Visualization Techniques in the Geosciences

Abstract

This paper describes the development of applications for the interactive investigation of three-dimensional seismic data and geological surfaces interpreted from that data (using a projective workbench, or the CAVE™). This approach enables geoscientists to more fully exploit three- dimensional seismic data by providing them with a truly three-dimensional display of data that can be shared (locally or remotely) with others. In addition, the three- dimensional interactivity of this technology can support more productive interpretation of the seismic data and more efficient verification of the resulting interpretations. The result is an enhanced process for characterizing a hydrocarbon reservoir.