| Title | A three-dimensional geological model of Canada, ruminations on the needs, challenges and practicalities |
| Author | Russell, H A J; Brodaric, B; Nastev, M |
| Source | Geological Society of America, Abstracts With Programs 2014 p. 1 |
| Year | 2014 |
| Alt Series | Earth Sciences Sector, Contribution Series 20150151 |
| Meeting | 2014 GSA Annual Meeting; Vancouver; CA; October 19-22, 2014 |
| Document | serial |
| Lang. | English |
| Media | paper |
| File format | pdf |
| Province | British Columbia; Alberta; Saskatchewan; Manitoba; Ontario; Quebec; New Brunswick; Nova Scotia; Prince Edward Island; Newfoundland and Labrador; Northwest Territories; Yukon; Nunavut |
| NTS | 1; 2; 3; 10; 11; 12; 13; 14; 15; 16; 20; 21; 22; 23; 24; 25; 26; 27; 28; 29; 30; 31; 32; 33; 34; 35; 36; 37; 38; 39; 40; 41; 42; 43; 44; 45; 46; 47; 48; 49; 52; 53; 54; 55; 56; 57; 58; 59; 62; 63; 64; 65;
66; 67; 68; 69; 72; 73; 74; 75; 76; 77; 78; 79; 82; 83; 84; 85; 86; 87; 88; 89; 92; 93; 94; 95; 96; 97; 98; 99; 102; 103; 104; 105; 106; 107; 114O; 114P; 115; 116; 117; 120; 340; 560 |
| Lat/Long WENS | -141.0000 -50.0000 90.0000 41.7500 |
| Subjects | models; digital terrain modelling; modelling |
| Program | Aquifer Assessment & support to mapping, Groundwater Geoscience |
| Abstract | Three dimensional cognitive visualization of geological mapping has historically only been possible for the experienced geological interpreter. The advent of powerful computer graphics and visualization
software now provides a platform for the widespread development of 3-D geological models. Such models are commonly available for local studies in undeformed sedimentary basins and in complex structural settings of mining camps. There is a broader
need for regional geological models to underpin modern infrastructure development (e.g. energy, mining, groundwater, urbanization, seismic zonation), as is recognized and implemented by a number of European countries (e.g. Britain, Netherlands). This
submission reviews challenges present in the development of a 3-D model for the full landmass of Canada, including: a hierarchical approach to the parsing and codification of the diverse geology of Canada, data sources (geophysical, lithological,
structural, stratigraphic, geochemical, etc.) and formats (e.g. point, line, polygon, continuous), and the need for a coordinated data management scheme. It also considers differences in modelling approaches required for a variety of geological
terrains (e.g. sedimentary basins, metamorphic and plutonic, orogenic belts, surficial sediment) with varying types and abundance of data support. Surface mapping of Canada has advanced in an iterative fashion as regional compilations are upgraded
upon the completion of detailed studies, and a similar iterative process is required for 3-D modelling. Three-dimensional modelling is already under way in numerous jurisdictions, where older stratigraphic databases, structural maps, etc. are
captured and regenerated using machine based interpolative algorithims and 3-D visualization systems. There is a need for a broader collaboration and dialogue to optimize scarce human resource expertise and funding support to ensure continued
advancement. There is no single data set, nor interpretative and interpolative approach, to 3-D model development, and broad discussion and collaboration is the surest way to make progress. |
| Summary | (Plain Language Summary, not published)
Presentation will provide an overview on a vision and appraoch for 3-D geological modelling of Canada. |
| GEOSCAN ID | 296821 |
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