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https://doi.org/10.5194/gc-5-29-2022
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https://doi.org/10.5194/gc-5-29-2022
© Author(s) 2022. This work is distributed under
the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Research article
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01 Mar 2022
Research article |
| 01 Mar 2022
| 01 Mar 2022
Virtual strike and dip – advancing inclusive and accessible field geology
Natalie Bursztyn
CORRESPONDING AUTHOR
Department of Geosciences, University of Montana, Missoula, MT 59812, USA
Pejman Sajjadi
Center for Immersive Experiences, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA
Hannah Riegel
Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC 28608, USA
Jiawei Huang
Center for Immersive Experiences, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA
Jan Oliver Wallgrün
Center for Immersive Experiences, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA
Jiayan Zhao
Department of Computer Science, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA
Bart Masters
Center for Immersive Experiences, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA
Alexander Klippel
Department of Environmental Sciences, Wageningen University & Research, 6700 AA Wageningen, the Netherlands
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- I Can't See That! Considering the Readability of Small Objects in Virtual Environments J. Young et al. 10.1109/TVCG.2023.3247468
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Short summary
Strike and Dip (SaD) is a desktop virtual reality environment to teach strike and dip measurement and the compilation of geologic maps. SaD replicates real-world field mapping using virtual 3D outcrop models and a geologic compass that the user manipulates to take measurements. SaD was implemented in an introductory geology course, and students were surveyed about their experience with it. We found that the experience was generally positive. SaD is a viable resource for accessible field trips.
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