Determine what information should be transmitted over the network and what information could be computed locally. This is an open-ended problem and currently there are no straight forward solutions. Define optimal methods to prepare data for transmission. Algorithms to receive in real-time each new data from the numerical simulation and rendered in the VE displays. Design paradigms for collaborative work in virtual environments.
Collaborative research can lead to a faster solution to a problem.
The ability to share a virtual experience is a much desired feature for virtual environments. Most research projects are done by teams, where scientists constantly exchange knowledge and ideas. Identify what computations could be done locally in each VE and which ones could be done in one central location. Identify and evaluate optimal methods to control the actions between the different VEs. High-level user interfaces to control and manipulate the environments.