A Robust Real-Time Collaboration Technology for Decision Support in Multi-Platform Virtual Globe Environments, Phase II

NASA would greatly benefit from the future development of a multi-platform virtual globe collaboration tool in everything related to intra-agency and inter-agency collaborations dealing with Earth Science Research Data and any geo-collaboration requiring a common operating platform (COP). NASA applications include, but are not limited to: - Supporting operational agencies such as NWS, DHS (Federal, State and Local levels) - Natural resource management and policymaking; - Emergency Management Real-Time Collaboration and Decision Support; from pre- to post-disaster; - Earth Science Research Data Presentations; - Aviation decision support and assessment (i.e. volcanic ash detection and coordination); - Earth observation science training and outreach - Data integration with other agencies and partners (Domestic and International) The solution would be designed with both open standards and popular commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components for rapid deployment, early adoption and innovative growth in support of cross agency information sharing. The core of the system would deliver the ability to distribute information in a way that allows end users access to relevant knowledge in a timely manner when it is most needed. The solution will deliver the "last mile" of information directly into user's hands for immediate assessment and decision support. The solution would be designed to assist in all aspects of the disaster management cycle operation; from pre to post disaster, including rapidly deployable distributed networks to support larger geographic areas of first responders. These networks are critical to coordinate situational awareness and decisive actions in order to save lives and protect property. Non-NASA applications include, but are not limited to: - Improving the usage of earth science data for disasters prediction, identification, assessment and/or mitigation. - Weather briefings and associated hazards; - Events that require coordination at multiple levels and would benefit from a Common Operating Picture (COP) such as crime tracking and positioning of emergency vehicles; - Fire and Rescue services; Search and rescue - Enhancing decision support from a tactical and strategic perspective More »