Keywords

Cloud computing, decision support, watershed modeling, distributed computing, geoprocessing

Location

Session A2: Sharing Scientific Environmental Data and Models

Start Date

17-6-2014 2:00 PM

End Date

17-6-2014 3:20 PM

Abstract

We have developed a software framework called Tethys to aid in the creation of web-based water resource modeling applications. This suite is a Python-based scripting environment that leverages open source tools for geoprocessing of spatial data, map rendering and visualization, distributed computing, and database management. The system makes it possible to deploy a calibrated, high-resolution watershed or surface water model as a web-based application for decision support. The framework provides data managements, access to computing resources, and pluggable components (e.g. plots, maps and user controls) that enable rapid development of modeling applications. We have used the system to develop prototype applications for land use change impacts such as burned area analysis and urban master plan development, impact of snowmelt on spring runoff in mountainous regions, and flood early warning.

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Jun 17th, 2:00 PM Jun 17th, 3:20 PM

Tethys: A Software Framework for Web-Based Modeling and Decision Support Applications

Session A2: Sharing Scientific Environmental Data and Models

We have developed a software framework called Tethys to aid in the creation of web-based water resource modeling applications. This suite is a Python-based scripting environment that leverages open source tools for geoprocessing of spatial data, map rendering and visualization, distributed computing, and database management. The system makes it possible to deploy a calibrated, high-resolution watershed or surface water model as a web-based application for decision support. The framework provides data managements, access to computing resources, and pluggable components (e.g. plots, maps and user controls) that enable rapid development of modeling applications. We have used the system to develop prototype applications for land use change impacts such as burned area analysis and urban master plan development, impact of snowmelt on spring runoff in mountainous regions, and flood early warning.