Open Data Project

Achieving Social GoodThrough Efficient UseOf Open Data Sources

Steps Toward Success

• Identify a problem• Look for open data sources• Apply open data toward resolving

problem

Problem Statement

Disaster response workers lack convenient access to recent aerial imagery

Critical Uses of Near Real Time Imagery

• Identify pre-event conditions• Identify extent of impacts• Develop “birds-eye” strategies

We know that imagery data exists, but lack convenient access in the field

Refining the Problem:

Solution

1. Identify Open Data Sources

2. Create An Interface

NASAA Treasure Trove of

Open Data

MODIS Rapid Response System

http://rapidfire.sci.gsfc.nasa.gov/

The MODIS Rapid Response System was developed to provide daily satellite images of the Earth's landmasses in near real time. True-color, photo-like imagery and false-color imagery are available within a few hours of being collected, making the system a valuable resource for organizations...

Modis Lacks A ConvenientField-Usable Interface

Modis data is only available in the form of single, gigantic (90M) files which are split by region.

We set up a "tile server" and imported key files into this server.

We then use the Open Layers platform to display this data in a user-friendly manner which can be scrolled through, zoomed, etc.

Problem Resolved!We Now Have A Convenient User Interface Which AccessesNear Real Time Earth Imagery.

Collaborators

Matthew Rocklin

Miftachut Ekasetya

Michael Miranda

Chris Lubinski

Ji Lucas

Thomas G. Besore, Esq.

Special Thanks To ......