Building Virtual LA: UCLA's Urban Simulation Team

The Virtual LA project, led by Dr. Bill Jepsen at UCLA, aims to create a detailed digital model of Los Angeles. Initiated in the early 1990s, the project has evolved from basic 3D models to a sophisticated tool used by city officials and urban planners worldwide. The team has constructed over 150 city blocks using digital images and geometric data, allowing users to explore the city from various perspectives. The project continues to grow, with its digital file exceeding 300 megabytes.

Who is leading the Virtual LA project?

• Dr. Emily Brown

• Dr. Sarah Johnson

• Dr. Bill Jepsen

• Dr. John Smith

In which decade did the concept of Virtual LA originate?

• 1990s

• 1980s

• 2000s

• 1970s

What was the initial purpose of the Virtual LA project?

• To create a video game

• To map out large urban areas

• To develop a new operating system

• To design a new transportation system

How many city blocks have been built in the Virtual LA project so far?

• 250

• 200

• 150

• 100

What is the current size of the Virtual LA project file?

• 350 megabytes

• 300 megabytes

• 200 megabytes

• 250 megabytes