Tethys: A Software Framework for Web-Based Modeling and Decision Support Applications

Document Type

Conference Paper

Journal/Book Title/Conference

8th International Congress on Environmental Modelling and Software: Bold Visions for Environmental Modeling, iEMSs 2014

Volume

1

Editor

D. P. Ames, N. W. T. Quinn and A. E. Rizzol

Publisher

International Environmental Modelling and Software Society

Location

San Diego, California, USA

Publication Date

1-1-2014

First Page

170

Last Page

177

Abstract

We have developed a software framework called Tethys to aid in the creation of web-based water resource modeling applications. This suite is a Python-based scripting environment that leverages open source tools for geoprocessing of spatial data, map rendering and visualization, distributed computing, and database management. The system makes it possible to deploy a calibrated, high-resolution watershed or surface water model as a web-based application for decision support. The framework provides data management, access to computing resources, and pluggable components (e.g. plots, maps and user controls) that enable rapid development of modeling applications We have used the system to develop prototype applications for land use change impacts such as burned area analysis and urban master plan development, impact of snowmelt on spring runoff in mountainous regions, and flood early warning.

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ISBN: 978-88-9035-744-2 http://www.iemss.org/sites/iemss2014/papers/iemss2014_submission_184.pdf.

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