Geographic Visualization: Concepts, Tools and Applications is a
‘state-of-the-art’ review of the latest developments in the
subject. It examines how new concepts, methods and tools can be
creatively applied to solve problems relevant to a wide range of
topics. The text covers the impact of three-dimensional displays on
user interaction along with the potentialities in animation and
clearly explains how to create temporally sensitive visualizations. It
also explores the potential for handling mobile data and representing
uncertainty; as well as the role of participatory visualization
systems and exploratory methods. Hallmark Features: An introduction
to the diverse forms of geographic visualization which draws upon a
number of theoretical perspectives and disciplines to provide an
insightful commentary on new methods, techniques and tools. Richly
illustrated in full colour throughout, including numerous relevant
case studies and accessible discussions of important visualization
concepts to enable clearer understanding for non-technical audiences.
Chapters are written by leading scholars and researchers in a range of
cognate fields, including, cartography, GIScience, architecture, art,
urban planning and computer graphics with case studies drawn from
Europe, North America and Australia This book is an invaluable
resource for all graduate students, researchers and professionals
working in the geographic information sector, computer graphics and
cartography.
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Concepts, Tools and Applications
Product details
ISBN
9781119964599
Published
2018
Edition
1. edition
Publisher
Wiley Professional, Reference & Trade (Wiley K&L)
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok