Some Experiments on Three-dimensional Map

Huang Wei. Some Experiments on Three-dimensional Map[J]. Geomatics and Information Science of Wuhan University, 1982, 7(1): 91-100.

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Huang Wei. Some Experiments on Three-dimensional Map[J]. Geomatics and Information Science of Wuhan University, 1982, 7(1): 91-100.

Citation:

Huang Wei. Some Experiments on Three-dimensional Map[J]. Geomatics and Information Science of Wuhan University, 1982, 7(1): 91-100.

Abstract

In this paper some examples are made to show 3-dimensional maps with different topics.These are made by the computer asisted cartographic method with IBM 370/158 computer and Calcomp ADM in the Lab of Geography Department of UND(University of North Dakota).Nowadays three-dimensional maps are gradually used on a larger scale.The reasons are as follows:1.Many cartographic objects have 3-dimensional surfaces,and a 3-dimensional map,so far as cartographic means is concerned,can reveal the natural feature of the object represented.2.From the viewpoint of cartographic conception,maps made by perspective methods are in beter coincidence with man's view to the reality,therefore map readers can get a concrete impresion easier.Moreover,it is easy to make by means of computer asisted cartography.

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