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Interactive physical data cubes: A novel perspective for exploring Earth system dynamics

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Interactive physical data cubes: A novel perspective for exploring Earth system dynamics
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Demonstration of the interactive physical data cube
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This is a video supplement for: Söchting, M., & Mahecha, M. D. (2025). "Interactive physical data cubes: A novel perspective for exploring Earth system dynamics". Earth System Dynamics, Copernicus Publications. https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-2025-5632 Abstract: Earth system datasets continue to expand in size and complexity, making it increasingly difficult for non-experts to explore satellite observations and model outputs. We argue that new avenues for data exploration are needed to lower this barrier. Here we present the first interactive, touch-enabled physical data cube that allows users to explore any Earth system dataset intuitively across space, time, and variables. Exhibiting the physical data cube at a major conference showed that users could easily explore and identify patterns in atmospheric and land-surface data through direct physical interaction, demonstrating the system's potential for scientific discovery, education and public engagement.