Maps and Cartography
Maps and cartography are essential tools in geography that enable us to visualize and understand the Earth’s surface and its features.
Cartography is the art and science of creating maps, which involves the use of sophisticated technology and techniques to accurately represent the Earth’s physical and cultural features.
Maps provide a visual representation of the world, allowing us to identify patterns, explore spatial relationships, and navigate through unfamiliar terrain.
Improving the Accuracy of GPS and GNSS
To improve accuracy and signaling of GPS and GNSS, a new technique that depends on ground-based systems has been developed.
Mapping Trees During Planting
STA Logger, developed by TerraLab, can be fitted with tree planters to map the location of newly planted trees.
Walking Cane Maps
Walking cane maps, first created in 1893, featured retractable maps in cane handles. These souvenirs combined practicality with novelty.
The Map Myth of Bermeja Island
For hundreds of years, cartographers mapped Bermeja Island off the coast of Mexico, but no evidence has been found to prove its existence.
Should Maps Include a North Arrow? Exploring the Debate
Do all maps need a north arrow?