FEMvrml: An interactive virtual environment for visualization of finite element simulation results

Finite element simulations produce information that is proportional to the size of the numerical model. For large models, the data produced is voluminous and can therefore be challenging to deal with and interpret. This paper discusses the use of virtual reality to manage this information and presents FEMvrml, an interactive virtual environment within which users can interact with and explore the simulation results. The structure and methodology behind FEMvrml and the algorithms employed are described along with application examples that show the effectiveness and capabilities of the system.