General Module Function
geology_to_raster is used in conjunction with Krig_3D_Geology or Spline_Geology. Both of these modules can create rectilinear grids based on your geologic data. A large number of formats are supported such as Surfer and ESRI grids. For some formats, each cell in your grid should be the same size. This will require you to adjust the extents of your grid and set the grid resolution according to:
Cell size = (Max:xy - Min:xy) / (grid-resolution -1)
NOTE: YOU MUST SELECT RECTILINEAR GRIDDING IN KRIG_3D_GEOLOGY OR SPLINE_GEOLOGY.
Module Input Ports
geology_to_raster has one input port which accepts all required grid information from either Krig_3D_Geology or Spline_Geology.
Module Output Ports
geology_to_raster has no output ports.
Module Control Panel
The geology_to_raster panel is shown above. The parameters are:
Output Format: allows you to select the desired output type
Account for Geologic Hierarchy is a toggle that forces hierarchy on multiple surfaces. Use this IF the surfaces represent a geologic hierarchy.
Reverse Surface Hierarchy – This toggle determines whether the surfaces will define layers in a normal (top to bottom) manner or reversed (if on). This topic is discussed in more detail in Workbook 13.
Min(imum Layer) Thickness forces layers thinner than the specified value to have a minimum thickness and therefore not pinch-out completely.
Output All Surfaces is a toggle that determines if only the first surface is output or whether all should be included.
The Write Raster File(s) button opens a file browser and causes the output to be created.
