gplates ☆
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Description:
Plate tectonics program
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.5.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Other
Tags: geology plate-tectonics visualization research scientific-computing
Install: brew install --cask gplates
About:
GPlates is a desktop software that enables the visualization and manipulation of plate tectonic data. It allows users to reconstruct geological features through time and export data for use in geological modeling and analysis. This tool is essential for researchers studying the Earth's dynamic surface and paleogeography.
Key Features:
  • Interactive 3D visualization of plate motions
  • Reconstruction of geological features across geological time
  • Support for various data formats including shapefiles and NetCDF
  • Built-in geological feature editing and data management
Use Cases:
  • Reconstructing paleogeography for geological research
  • Visualizing and analyzing plate boundary interactions
  • Creating data for climate and geodynamic modeling
Alternatives:
  • PlateTectonics – Web-based visualization tool with fewer reconstruction capabilities
  • Generic Mapping Tools (GMT) – Command-line focused mapping suite, less interactive for plate reconstructions
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Aug 5, 2025 2:19pm 2.5.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 4e79979a
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