Term category

Geospatial Information and Mapping

Geospatial information and mapping are essential for understanding and managing spatial relationships across various industries. This category encompasses key concepts such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), coordinate systems, surveying techniques and cartography.

BeiDou

BeiDou is a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) developed by China, providing accurate positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) services worldwide. It serves as an alternative to other major GNSS systems […]

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Cartography

Cartography is the scientific and technical discipline of creating, analysing, and interpreting maps. It involves the transformation of geospatial data into clear, accurate, and visually comprehensible representations of physical, political, […]

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Control point surveying

Control point surveying is a geodetic technique used to establish fixed, accurately known reference points in physical terrain. These control points form the spatial framework for all subsequent measurements, mapping […]

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Coordinate

A coordinate is a numerical value or set of values that defines the location of a point within a coordinate system. Coordinates express the point’s distance and direction relative to […]

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Coordinate Surveying

Coordinate surveying refers to the measurement process used to determine the precise spatial positions of points within a defined coordinate system, such as geographic coordinates (latitude, longitude) or projected systems […]

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Coordinate Transformation

Coordinate transformation refers to the mathematical process of converting spatial data from one coordinate system or reference frame to another. This is essential when integrating datasets collected using different geodetic […]

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Digital Elevation Model (DEM)

A Digital Elevation Model (DEM) is a digital 3D representation of the Earth’s surface topography, showing elevation data in a gridded or raster format. Each cell in the model contains […]

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Digital Thread

A Digital Thread is a data-driven framework that connects information generated across the entire lifecycle of a physical asset, from design and manufacturing to operation, maintenance, and decommissioning. It enables […]

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Geodesy

Geodesy is the scientific discipline concerned with the precise measurement and understanding of the Earth’s shape (geoid), gravitational field, and position in three-dimensional space. It forms the foundation for accurate […]

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Geographic Information System (GIS)

A Geographic Information System (GIS) is a system designed to collect, store, manage, analyze, and present data that includes location-based information. It links spatial data, such as coordinates or addresses, […]

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Georeferencing

Georeferencing is the process of assigning real-world geographic coordinates to spatial data such as maps, aerial images, point clouds, or 3D models. This enables the alignment of the data within […]

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GIS (Geographic Information System)

A Geographic Information System (GIS) is a specialised information system designed for capturing, storing, managing, analysing, and visualising geospatial data. It integrates location-based information with various data types to support […]

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GLONASS

GLONASS (Global Navigation Satellite System) is a global satellite-based navigation system developed and operated by the Russian Federation. It provides real-time positioning and timing information worldwide and is one of […]

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GNSS, Global Navigation Satellite System

Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) is a collective term for satellite-based systems that provide accurate positioning and timing data worldwide. The best-known GNSS systems include the United States’ GPS, Russia’s […]

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GPS (Global Positioning System)

GPS is a global satellite navigation system that enables accurate location determination anywhere on Earth. It is used for navigation, positioning, and measurement applications across industries such as construction, logistics, […]

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Photogrammetry, aerial photography

Photogrammetry is a measurement and visual reconstruction technique that uses overlapping photographic images to derive accurate three-dimensional information about objects, environments, or terrains. It enables the creation of detailed 3D […]

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Plant Coordinate System

A plant coordinate system is a spatial reference framework tailored to the specific needs of a facility or industrial environment. It defines three-dimensional positions within the plant, enabling consistent and […]

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