Three-dimensional graphics are an effective means of making clear the spatial/temporal information generated by network analysis and modeling of distribution systems. This information is usually generated in a tabular format. For an average size system (200 pipes), each steady state outputs is about 10 pages long. Repeatedly comparing tabular output can be tedious. There are two types of 3-D graphics: surface and bar-field. The bar field is the equivalent of a 2-D bar chart, while a surface offers a perspective view of a contour plot like an aerial photograph. The only additional data required as compared to traditional modeling are node coordinates. To show how 3-D graphics can enhance network analysis and modeling, a case study is given, with a number of figures showing the 3-D output. The author ends with six recommendations for development of 3-D graphics software.
| File Size : | 1
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| ISBN(s) : | 0898675812 |
| Note : | This product is unavailable in Ukraine, Russia, Belarus |
| Number of Pages : | 11 |
| Published : | 01/01/1991 |
