Interactive Multi Resolution 2D Cellular Automata Model for Tsunami Wave Propagation

Abstract

Cellular automata models are powerful tools that offer outstanding amenability, flexibility and deliver accurate qualitative and quantitative behaviour of the complex phenomena. In this paper, we develop a multi-resolution discrete event of cellular space propagation model with multiple spatial resolution cells for predicting the rate of tsunami wave spread. Specifically, as the tsunami wave spreads along with the cellular space, cells close to the wave front becomes high resolution (smaller size) and cells far from the wave front change to lower resolution (large size). The spatial resolution of the cells dynamically and adaptively develops as the wave proceeds. The conceptual framework for the investigation of the simulation and early results are presented. A methodology that is both appropriate and able to throw light on such natural clarity is the challenge for investigation and decision making in unknown or dynamical environments.