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Novel approaches to the multiscalar display of vector data

Year: 2012

Type: article

Abstract: There are many challenges to achieving quality multiscalar displays of vector data in geographical information system (GIS). Acknowledging and making use of the differences between traditional cartographic generalization and multiscalar display in GIS, this paper focuses on novel approaches to the definition of small objects and the establishment of scale sequence. The ease of implementation and efficacy of the solutions proposed are exemplified and analyzed. Possibilities for further research into the multiscalar display of vector data in GIS are thereby suggested.

Source: Geo-spatial Information Science

DOI: 10.1080/10095020.2012.714102

Authors: Fangqu NIU, Changxiu CHENG

Institutions: Chinese Academy of Sciences, Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research

Language: English

Topic: Geographic Information Systems Studies

Subfield: Geography, Planning and Development

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,993

Funder: Chinese Academy of Sciences