Spatial and Temporal Reasoning in Geographic Information Systems (Spatial Information Systems)

Egenhofer, Max J. [Editor]; Golledge, Reginald G. [Editor];

ISBN 10: 0195103424 / ISBN 13: 9780195103427

Published by Oxford University Press, 1998

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Spatial and Temporal Reasoning in Geographic Information Systems (Spatial Information Systems)
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0195103424
• ISBN 13: 9780195103427
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: New
• Weight: 21 ounces

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Synopsis

In an effort to further investigation into critical development facets of geographic information systems (GIS), this book explores the reasoning processes that apply to geographic space and time. As a result of an iniative sponsored by the National Center for Geographic Information and Analysis (NCGIA), it treats the computational, cognitive and social science applications aspects of spatial and temporal reasoning in GIS. Essays were contributed by scholars from a broad spectrum of disciplines including: geography, cartography, surveying and engineering, computer science, mathematics and environmental and cognitive psychology.

About the Author

Max J. Egenhofer is at University of Maine. Reginald G. Golledge is at University of California, Santa Barbara.