Computer-composite mapping for geologists
Environmental Geology
By: J.N. van Driel
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Abstract
A computer program for overlaying maps has been tested and evaluated as a means for producing geologic derivative maps. Four maps of the Sugar House Quadrangle, Utah, were combined, using the Multi-Scale Data Analysis and Mapping Program, in a single composite map that shows the relative stability of the land surface during earthquakes. Computer-composite mapping can provide geologists with a powerful analytical tool and a flexible graphic display technique. Digitized map units can be shown singly, grouped with different units from the same map, or combined with units from other source maps to produce composite maps. The mapping program permits the user to assign various values to the map units and to specify symbology for the final map. Because of its flexible storage, easy manipulation, and capabilities of graphic output, the composite-mapping technique can readily be applied to mapping projects in sedimentary and crystalline terranes, as well as to maps showing mineral resource potential. ?? 1980 Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
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van Driel, J., 1980, Computer-composite mapping for geologists: Environmental Geology, v. 3, no. 3, p. 151-157, https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02473490.
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | Computer-composite mapping for geologists |
| Series title | Environmental Geology |
| DOI | 10.1007/BF02473490 |
| Volume | 3 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Year Published | 1980 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher location | Springer-Verlag |
| Larger Work Type | Article |
| Larger Work Subtype | Journal Article |
| Larger Work Title | Environmental Geology |
| First page | 151 |
| Last page | 157 |