Welcome to the CG Science lab. Below are a few of our current projects as well as experimental modules. Current lines of research include:
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Museum:SourceDescription: An ambitious effort to model a complete natural history museum in 3D for Counter-Strike, the most popular online action game in the world. More than just a fun game level, the project is part of a novel approach to science education...[read more ] Technologies: 3D. Status: Under Development |
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The Volcano SimulatorDescription: The earth is dynamic and some phenomena are better explained with a dynamic presentation. The volcano simulator exhibits the educational power of flash technology. Technologies: Flash (Developed with Swishmax. See our resources page.). Employs a custom-designed particle engine for the steam, cinders, and lava bombs. Every eruption is unique! Status: Completed. Launch Project |
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3D Tyrannosaurus rexDescription: We are currently developing a :30 PSA to support the Alaska Museum of Natural History. Shown at right is a draft rendering of an animation that is slated to run at the end of the spot. Technologies: 3D (Modeled in Silo 3D and animated in SoftImage XSI) Status: Under Development. |
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Coal-Age MonstersDescription: Since Jurassic Park, 3D dinosaurs have taken over theaters, TV, and the web. But what about the creatures that lived before the dinosaurs? This project puts the spotlight on less-popular, but no less fascinating animals, starting with the "boomerang-head" Diploceraspis. Technologies: 3D (Modeled in Silo 3D.) Status: Released/Ongoing. View now at PrehistoricPlanet.com. |
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WAVE SIMULATORDescription: This module is a prototype wave simulator for use as a physics textbook supplement. Technologies: Flash Status: Prototype/Experimental. View Module |
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