From: "D. Thomas" <dthomas@bannerfoundry.com>
Subject: APPS: VRML in Space
Date: Tue, 23 Sep 1997 11:55:58 -0700
Message-ID: <342810BE.6F02@bannerfoundry.com>
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I've noticed a few sites depicting Mars in VRML and was wondering what
others think about the use of this technology applied to future
missions. (The latest Mars/VRML site I've seen is at
http://cosmo.sgi.com.) Besides showing photos three dimensionally, how
do you think it could add value?

I was thinking an engineer could manipulate a VRML prototype over an
intranet and provide a complete walk through of its assembly and
applications. Also, I would think it could also be used for simulation
training, allowing trainees to interact with objects at their own
pace.  I welcome your thoughts.

Regards,
David Thomas
<dthomas@bannerfoundry.com>