Fuzzy Set Modeling In Geographic Information Systems

Author : Frederick E. Petry,Vincent B. Robinson,Maria A. Cobb
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2006-01-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540268864

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Fuzzy Modeling with Spatial Information for Geographic Problems by Frederick E. Petry,Vincent B. Robinson,Maria A. Cobb Pdf

The capabilities of modern technology are rapidly increasing, spurred on to a large extent by the tremendous advances in communications and computing. Automated vehicles and global wireless connections are some examples of these advances. In order to take advantage of such enhanced capabilities, our need to model and manipulate our knowledge of the geophysical world, using compatible representations, is also rapidly increasing. In response to this one fundamental issue of great concern in modern geographical research is how to most effectively capture the physical world around us in systems like geographical information systems (GIS). Making this task even more challenging is the fact that uncertainty plays a pervasive role in the representation, analysis and use of geospatial information. The types of uncertainty that appear in geospatial information systems are not the just simple randomness of observation, as in weather data, but are manifested in many other forms including imprecision, incompleteness and granularization. Describing the uncertainty of the boundaries of deserts and mountains clearly require different tools than those provided by probability theory. The multiplicity of modalities of uncertainty appearing in GIS requires a variety of formalisms to model these uncertainties. In light of this it is natural that fuzzy set theory has become a topic of intensive interest in many areas of geographical research and applications This volume, Fuzzy Modeling with Spatial Information for Geographic Problems, provides many stimulating examples of advances in geographical research based on approaches using fuzzy sets and related technologies.

Author : Matthew Katinsky
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Electronic
ISBN : WISC:89052191731

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Fuzzy Set Modeling in Geographic Information Systems by Matthew Katinsky Pdf

Author : Frederick E. Petry,Adnan Yazici
Publisher : Springer
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2010-03-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642106637

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Uncertainty Approaches for Spatial Data Modeling and Processing by Frederick E. Petry,Adnan Yazici Pdf

We are facing an immense growth of digital data and information resources, both in terms of size, complexity, modalities and intrusiveness. Almost every aspect of our existence is being digitally captured. This is exemplified by the omnipresent existence of all kinds of data storage, far beyond those stored in traditional relational databases. The spectrum of data being digitally stored runs from multimedia data repositories to your purchases in most stores. Every tweet that you broadcast is captured for posterity. Needless to say this situation posses new research opportunities, challenges and problems in the ways we store, manipulate, search, and - in general - make use of such data and information. Attempts to cope with these problems have been emerging all over the world with thousands of people devoted to developing tools and techniques to deal with this new area of research. One of the prominent scholars and researchers in this field was the late Professor Ashley Morris who died suddenly and tragically at a young age. Ashley's career begun in industry, where he specialized in databases.

Author : Weldon Lodwick
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2007-12-13
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9781420006179

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Fuzzy Surfaces in GIS and Geographical Analysis by Weldon Lodwick Pdf

Surfaces are a central to geographical analysis. Their generation and manipulation are a key component of geographical information systems (GISs). However, geographical surface data is often not precise. When surfaces are used to model geographical entities, the data inherently contains uncertainty in terms of both position and attribute. Fuzzy

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 1488 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2017-07-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128047934

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Comprehensive Geographic Information Systems by Anonim Pdf

Geographical Information Systems, Three Volume Set is a computer system used to capture, store, analyze and display information related to positions on the Earth’s surface. It has the ability to show multiple types of information on multiple geographical locations in a single map, enabling users to assess patterns and relationships between different information points, a crucial component for multiple aspects of modern life and industry. This 3-volumes reference provides an up-to date account of this growing discipline through in-depth reviews authored by leading experts in the field. VOLUME EDITORS Thomas J. Cova The University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States Ming-Hsiang Tsou San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, United States Georg Bareth University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany Chunqiao Song University of California, Los Angeles, CA, United States Yan Song University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States Kai Cao National University of Singapore, Singapore Elisabete A. Silva University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom Covers a rapidly expanding discipline, providing readers with a detailed overview of all aspects of geographic information systems, principles and applications Emphasizes the practical, socioeconomic applications of GIS Provides readers with a reliable, one-stop comprehensive guide, saving them time in searching for the information they need from different sources

Author : Faiz, Sami,Mahmoudi, Khaoula
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 650 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2016-10-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781522509387

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Handbook of Research on Geographic Information Systems Applications and Advancements by Faiz, Sami,Mahmoudi, Khaoula Pdf

The proper management of geographic data can provide assistance to a number of different sectors within society. As such, it is imperative to continue advancing research for spatial data analysis. The Handbook of Research on Geographic Information Systems Applications and Advancements presents a thorough overview of the latest developments in effective management techniques for collecting, processing, analyzing, and utilizing geographical data and information. Highlighting theoretical frameworks and relevant applications, this book is an ideal reference source for researchers, academics, professionals, and students actively involved in the field of geographic information systems.

Author : Yan Liu
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2008-12-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1420059904

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Modelling Urban Development with Geographical Information Systems and Cellular Automata by Yan Liu Pdf

Urban development and migration from rural to urban areas are impacting prime agricultural land and natural landscapes, particularly in the less developed countries. These phenomena will persist and require serious study by those monitoring global environmental change. To address this need, various models have been devised to analyze urbanization and the physical, socioeconomic, and institutional factors impacting urban development. The most promising and rapidly developing of these paradigms take advantage of new Geographical Information System (GIS) technology. Modelling Urban Development with Geographical Information Systems and Cellular Automata presents one such cutting-edge model that is more than just predictive. It describes how the model simulates the urbanization process, and it provides theoretical context to promote understanding. Starting with a practical overview of the modelling techniques used in urban development research, the author focuses on the cellular automata model and its greatest strength – the incorporation of fuzzy set and fuzzy logic approaches through which urban development can be viewed as a spatially and temporally continuous process. Real-Life Application to Develop Future Planning Methods The text describes a landmark study underway, in which the fuzzy constrained cellular automata model has been implemented in a GIS environment to simulate urban development in Sydney, Australia. Featuring a survey of associated research and a geographical database for the Sydney simulation, this book answers many general "what if" questions for urban planners and details a new approach that they can adapt to their own testing and evaluation needs. This modeling method will provide researchers and planners with the means to not just predict population trends, but to better prepare for their consequences.

Author : Wenzhong Shi
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2009-09-30
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9781420059281

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Principles of Modeling Uncertainties in Spatial Data and Spatial Analyses by Wenzhong Shi Pdf

When compared to classical sciences such as math, with roots in prehistory, and physics, with roots in antiquity, geographical information science (GISci) is the new kid on the block. Its theoretical foundations are therefore still developing and data quality and uncertainty modeling for spatial data and spatial analysis is an important branch of t

Author : Frederick E. Petry,Adnan Yazici
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3642106668

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Uncertainty Approaches for Spatial Data Modeling and Processing by Frederick E. Petry,Adnan Yazici Pdf

This volume is dedicated to the memory of Professor Ashley Morris who passed away some two years ago. Ashley was a close friend of all of us, the editors of this volume, and was also a Ph.D. student of one of us. We all had a chance to not only fully appreciate, and be inspired by his contributions, which have had a considerable impact on the entire research community. Due to our personal relations with Ashley, we also had an opportunity to get familiar with his deep thinking about the areas of his expertise and interests. Ashley has been involved since the very beginning of his professional career in database research and practice. Notably, he introduced first some novel solution in database management systems that could handle imprecise and uncertain data, and flexible queries based on imprecisely specified user interests. He proposed to use for that purpose fuzzy logic as an effective and efficient tool. Later the interests of Ashley moved to ways of how to represent and manipulate more complicated databases involving spatial or temporal objects. In this research he discovered and pursued the power of Geographic Information Systems (GISs). These two main lines of Ashley's research interests and contributions are reflected in the composition of this volume. Basically, we collected some significant papers by well known researchers and scholars on the above mentioned topics. The particular contributions will now be briefly summarized to help the reader get a view of the topics covered and the contents of the particular contributions.

Author : P. A. Burrough
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Geographic information systems
ISBN : OCLC:1151095610

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Principles Of Geographical Information Systems by P. A. Burrough Pdf

Geographical information: society, science, and systems; Data models and axioms: formal abstractions of reality; Geographical data in the computer; Data input, verification, sotrage, and output; Creating continous surfaces from point data; Optimal interpolation using geostatistics; The analysis of discrete entities in space; Spatial analysis using continous fields; Errors and quality control; Error propagation in numerical modelling; Fuzzy sets and fuzzy geographical objects; Current issues and trends in GIS.

Author : Jingxiong Zhang,Michael F. Goodchild
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2002-03-29
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780203471326

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Uncertainty in Geographical Information by Jingxiong Zhang,Michael F. Goodchild Pdf

As Geographic Information Systems (GIS) develop, there is a need to demystify the complex geographical world to facilitate computerization in GIS by the inaccuracies that emerge from man-machine interactions in data acquisition and by error propagation in geoprocessing. Users need to be aware of the impacts of uncertainties in spatial analysis and decision-making. Uncertainty in Geographical Information discusses theoretical and practical aspects of spatial data processing and uncertainties, and covers a wide range of types of errors and fuzziness and emphasizes description and modeling. High level GIS professionals, researchers and graduate students will find this a constructive book.

Author : John P. Wilson,A. Stewart Fotheringham
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2008-04-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780470766538

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The Handbook of Geographic Information Science by John P. Wilson,A. Stewart Fotheringham Pdf

This Handbook is an essential reference and a guide to the rapidly expanding field of Geographic Information Science. Designed for students and researchers who want an in-depth treatment of the subject, including background information Comprises around 40 substantial essays, each written by a recognized expert in a particular area Covers the full spectrum of research in GIS Surveys the increasing number of applications of GIS Predicts how GIS is likely to evolve in the near future

Author : Noel Castree,Michael F. Goodchild,Audrey Kobayashi,Weidong Liu,Richard A. Marston
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 8364 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2017-03-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780470659632

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International Encyclopedia of Geography, 15 Volume Set by Noel Castree,Michael F. Goodchild,Audrey Kobayashi,Weidong Liu,Richard A. Marston Pdf

Representing the definitive reference work for this broad and dynamic field, The International Encyclopedia of Geography arises from an unprecedented collaboration between Wiley and the American Association of Geographers (AAG) to review and define the concepts, research, and techniques in geography and interrelated fields. Available as a robust online resource and as a 15-volume full-color print set, the Encyclopedia assembles a truly global group of scholars for a comprehensive, authoritative overview of geography around the world. Contains more than 1,000 entries ranging from 1,000 to 10,000 words offering accessible introductions to basic concepts, sophisticated explanations of complex topics, and information on geographical societies around the world Assembles a truly global group of more than 900 scholars hailing from over 40 countries, for a comprehensive, authoritative overview of geography around the world Provides definitive coverage of the field, encompassing human geography, physical geography, geographic information science and systems, earth studies, and environmental science Brings together interdisciplinary perspectives on geographical topics and techniques of interest across the social sciences, humanities, science, and medicine Features full color throughout the print version and more than 1,000 illustrations and photographs Annual updates to online edition

Author : Osvaldo Gervasi,Beniamino Murgante,Antonio Laganà,Youngsong Mun,David Taniar
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1283 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2008-06-24
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783540698388

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Computational Science and Its Applications - ICCSA 2008 by Osvaldo Gervasi,Beniamino Murgante,Antonio Laganà,Youngsong Mun,David Taniar Pdf

The two-volume set LNCS 5072 and 5073 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2008, held in Perugia, Italy, in June/July, 2008. The two volumes contain papers presenting a wealth of original research results in the field of computational science, from foundational issues in computer science and mathematics to advanced applications in virtually all sciences making use of computational techniques. The topics of the fully refereed papers are structured according to the five major conference themes: computational methods, algorithms and scientific applications, high performance technical computing and networks, advanced and emerging applications, geometric modelling, graphics and visualization, as well as information systems and information technologies. Moreover, submissions from more than 20 workshops and technical sessions in the areas, such as embedded systems, geographical analysis, computational geometry, computational geomatics, computer graphics, virtual reality, computer modeling, computer algebra, mobile communications, wireless networks, computational forensics, data storage, information security, web learning, software engineering, computational intelligence, digital security, biometrics, molecular structures, material design, ubiquitous computing, symbolic computations, web systems and intelligence, and e-education contribute to this publication.

Author : Peter A. Burrough,A. Frank
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2020-11-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000124033

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Geographic Objects with Indeterminate Boundaries by Peter A. Burrough,A. Frank Pdf

Current geographical information systems GIS deal almost exclusively with well-defined, static geographical objects ranging from physical landscapes to towns and transport systems. Such objects, exactly located in space, can easily be handled by modern GIS, yet form only a small proportion of all the possible geographical objects.; This book challenges the assumption that the world is compsed of exactly defined and bounded geographic objects such as land parcels, rivers and countries. ignoring the essential complexity of the world, current GIS do not adequately address problems as diverse as the resolution of crime between national boundaries, or the interpretation of views of people from different cultures. This work, bringing together a range of specialists from fields such as linguistics, computer science, land surveying, cartography and soil science, examines current research into the challenges of dealing with geographical phenomena that cannot easily be forced into one of the two current standard data models.