JOVE Project: 3D Tree-Mapped Universes and Data Sphere Navigation, A Method to Increase the Density of Hierarchical Information Visualization in a Finite Display Space. Authors : Pery Pearson e-mail:pery@hprnd.rose.hp.com, Hewlett-Packard Co., Joe Steinmetz e-mail:joes@core.rose.hp.com, Hewlett-Packard Co. Date : 12/05/93 ABSTRACT A three-dimensional universe of tree-mapped data is proposed that uses unique navigation techniques and animation to provide a density increase in visualization. Some of the limitations of tree-maps and cone trees are addressed while preserving their benefits. In addition, "universal" navigation is presented in a way that promotes context identification rather than disorientation. Possible future extensions are introduced in the concluding sections. NOTE: the main article is on umd5.umd.edu:~ftp/pub/vrtp/Jove/Articles/InfoViz