The logic of selecting an appropriate map projection in a Decision Support System (DSS)
There are undeniable practical consequences to consider when choosing an appropriate map projection for a specific region. The surface of a globe covered by global, continental, and regional maps are so singular that each type distinctively affects the amount of distortion incurred during a projection transformation because of the an assortment of effects caused by distance, direction, scale , and area. A Decision Support System (DSS) for Map Projections of Small Scale Data was previously developed to help select an appropriate projection. This paper reports on a tutorial to accompany that DSS. The DSS poses questions interactively, allowing the user to decide on the parameters, which in turn determines the logic path to a solution. The objective of including a tutorial to accompany the DSS is achieved by visually representing the path of logic that is taken to a recommended map projection derived from the parameters the user selects. The tutorial informs the DSS user about the pedigree of the projection and provides a basic explanation of the specific projection design. This information is provided by informational pop-ups and other aids.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2017 |
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Title | The logic of selecting an appropriate map projection in a Decision Support System (DSS) |
DOI | 10.1007/978-3-319-51835-0_10 |
Authors | Michael P. Finn, E. Lynn Usery, Laura N. Woodard, Kristina H. Yamamoto |
Publication Type | Book Chapter |
Publication Subtype | Book Chapter |
Index ID | 70120660 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |