National Space Information Infrastructure and Digital Metro

Author: Cheng Jicheng
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Publish Date: 1999-10-01
Features: This book systematically discusses the composition, architecture, technical methods, relevant standards, and applications of spatial information infrastructure and digital earth. It first introduces the background of the concept of spatial information infrastructure and digital earth from the perspective of new developments in information technology, spatial science and technology, and earth information science. Then, it explores the existing foundations of spatial information infrastructure, including the National Spatial Data Infrastructure, Earth Observation System, Global Observation Information Network, etc., elaborating on the architecture, framework composition, standards, and interoperability specifications of spatial information infrastructure. Finally, it introduces the architecture and key technologies of digital earth, as well as its application prospects. The book is highly technical, rich in content, and highlights the cutting-edge fields of geographic information systems and earth information science research. It serves as a reference for professionals engaged in earth information science, geographic information systems, and computer science research.