Spatial Analysis
The spatial analysis category looks at data manipulation techniques in GIS.
Relief Shading
Caitlin Dempsey
There are different methods for achieving a shaded relief map and resources for understanding this cartographic technique are listed here.
Methods for Creating Spatial Databases
Caitlin Dempsey
There are several ways in which to bring spatial data into a GIS. This article provides a brief overview of some of the more common methods for creating vector GIS data.
Uses of GIS/GPS in the Space Shuttle Columbia Debris Recovery
Caitlin Dempsey
On February 1st 2003, the Space Shuttle Columbia was destroyed upon re-entry to the earth’s atmosphere. During its re-entry into ...
Remote-Sensing Technologies
Geo Contributor
Remotely-sensed imagery from aircraft and satellites represent one of the fastest-growing sources for raster GIS data.