Cartography Visualization of Geospatial Data, Menno-Jan Kraak, Ferjan Ormeling. (Paperback 0273722794)

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Cartography Visualization of Geospatial Data
Author: Menno-Jan Kraak, Ferjan Ormeling

This revised and updated edition integrates the latest in modern technology with traditional cartographic principles. While providing a solid conceptual foundation in cartographic methodology, the text also introduces the very latest advances that have greatly influenced cartographic techniques. The new edition reflects the increasing importance... more » of cartography as the basis for further geographical study, the text has been updated throughout and chapters on the latest developments in cartography have been integrated. There is also a more widespread emphasis on multimedia and the web. Contents Preface Acknowledgements Chapter 1 Georgraphic information science and maps 1.1 The map as an interface 1.2 Geospatial data 1.3 Geographic information systems 1.4 Geospatial analysis operations 1.5 The spatial infrastructure and maps Chapter 2 Data acquisition 2.1 The need to know acquisition methods 2.2 Vector file characteristics 2.3 Raster file characteristics 2.4 Deriving data from existing maps 2.5 Working with digital data 2.6 Control and accuracy Chapter 3 Map characteristics 3.1 Maps are unique 3.2 Definitions of cartography 3.3 The cartographic communication process 3.4 Map functions and map types Chapter 4 GIS applications: which map to use? 4.1 Maps and the nature of GIS applications 4.2 Cadastre and utilitites: use of large-scale maps 4.3 Geospatial analysis in geography: use of small-scale maps 4.4 Geospatial, thematic and temporal comparisons Chapter 5 Map design and production 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Symbols to portray data related to points, lines, areas and volumes 5.3 Graphic variables 5.4 Conceptual and design aspects of text on the map 5.5 Requiremenets for the cartographic component of GIS packages Chapter 6 Topography 6.1 Georeferencing 6.2 Map projections 6.3 Geometric transformations 6.4 Generalization 6.5 Relief 6.6 Topographic data: mapping and charting organizations 6.7 Geographical names Chapter 7 Statistical mapping 7.1 Statistical surveys 7.2 Data analysis 7.3 Data classification 7.4 Catographical data analysis 7.5 Mapping methods Chapter 8 Mapping time 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Mapping change 8.3 Animation 8.4 Dynamic variables Chapter 9 Maps at work: presenting and using geospatial data in maps and atlases 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Paper atlases 9.3 Electronic atlases 9.4 Maps at work: map use functions 9.5 Working with (web-based) electronic atlases Chapter 10 Maps at work: analysis and geovisualisation 10.1 10.2 Geovisual analytics Chapter 11 Cartography at work: maps as decision tools 11.1 Again: why maps? 11.2 Management and documentation of spatial information 11.3 Outdated data: at work with the Digital Chart of the World 11.4 Acessibility: Cartography, GIS and geospatial information policy 11.5 Copyright and liability 11.6 Map use and usability 11.7 Maps and GIScience revisited References Index Features * New chapters on atlases and geovisualization, integrating the latest developments in cartography. * Four, full-colour plate sections. * Clear, concise writing style. * Superb range of highly effective explanatory diagrams. * Examples based on real-world cases, international in scope, and directly relevant to current studies. * A comprehensive and up-to-date overview of a fast-moving subject that includes: 3D, animation, electronic atlases, data analysis and exploration, as well as multimedia and virtual reality. Author Menno-Jan Kraak is professor in Geovisualization at ITC, The International Institute of Geo-information Sciences and Earth Observation in Enschede, The Netherlands. Ferjan Ormeling is professor in Cartography at the Faculty of Geographical Sciences at Utrecht University, The Netherlands.

ISBN-13: 9780273722793
ISBN-10: 0273722794
Publication Date: 5/5/2010
Pages: 198
Edition: 3
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