Modelling Water Table Changes in a Virtual World
Xyris XR Design, led by Kenn Mayfield, proposes an ideation project to research and create a working demo of a simulation that models the effects of water table changes in a select meadow/wetlands location. They request $5,000 in AGIX to conduct this research and create a static demonstration dataset. The project aims to address the challenges posed by climate change and its impact on water tables and local ecology.
The proposed solution involves using a ready-to-use multiplayer Unity HDRP environment, which offers high-quality graphics and can be accessed via browser-based pixel streaming for broader accessibility. The simulation will include changeable parameters, moveable objects, and interactive controls to explore the effects of water table changes and ecological dynamics.
The ideation goals include defining geology, hydrology, species behaviors, flora, and other aspects of the simulated environment. The outcomes will help shape a full proposal for Deep Funding Round 4.
Risk mitigation strategies include addressing typical game development risks and ensuring data accuracy and provenance.
Xyris XR Design plans to publicize their work through virtual meetings and social media promotion. The project milestones and cost breakdown include updating the environment, meeting with scientists, researching literature, building a static dataset, and completing the immersive demo.
This ideation project does not expect to generate revenue or produce an open-source service at this stage but aims to lay the groundwork for future development and integration with SingularityNET.
