The Toolbar
The typical global climate model is controlled and started (initialized) through a combination of computer programs and Unix shell scripts. EdGCM removes this layer of complexity by placing overall control of the climate model into a single toolbar palette that manipulates the various components of the software suite.
The toolbar contains controls, similar to those on a DVD or CD player, which allow the user to start, stop, pause, rewind, and extend simulations. Shortcuts to four commonly used sections (Assignments, Setup Simulations, Analyze Output, and eJournal Reports) are always available. The toolbar also contains a “run list” showing the names of all experiments that have been previously set-up and are available for running. With a simulation in the run list selected, double-clicking on the Run Folder icon takes the user to where the output for a completed run is stored. The Run Date indicates the last date of a completed run, or the current date of a run in progress.
As installed, EdGCM comes with several pre-set simulations that can be run, duplicated, or modified. Additional controls appear in the toolbar depending upon which EdGCM components and features are currently open. This way the toolbar is kept uncluttered, yet useful controls are always available.
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The Toolbar
