Visualization for Public Involvement (2024)
Chapter: Glossary
Glossary
360-degree panoramic image: an interactive image with an unobstructed view in all directions from a fixed focal point.
3D animation or traffic simulation: a movie clip in which objects and characters are placed in a 3D space and manipulated to create the illusion of motion.
3D static rendering: a 2D image produced from a 3D model.
4D sequential rendering: a 3D model that has been connected to a schedule to simulate various stages of construction.
Animated graphics/motion graphics: 2D animation of visual elements.
Augmented reality: superimposed computer-generated image on a user’s view of the real world.
Building information modeling: a process involving the generation and management of digital representations of the physical and functional characteristics of places that enables collaboration among different stakeholders.
Conceptual sketch: simple but complete sketch concept of key aspects of a system.
Drone imagery: aerial imagery captured by an unmanned aerial vehicle.
Infographics: a visual presentation of information with minimal text to easily understand a topic.
Photo-simulation: a photographic image that has been enhanced to simulate a design concept (before/after).
QR code: a form of barcode that holds information as a series of pixels in a square-shaped grid that can be read by a digital device to quickly access information.
Real-time interactive 3D: a 3D model in which the viewer can navigate through and interact within the “virtual” model environment.
Video: visual media product with moving imagery and optional audio or music.
Virtual reality immersive presentation: computer-generated simulation of a 3D image or environment viewed from a head-mounted immersive display, web interface, or other interactive display.
