GIS, Remote Sensing & Cartography Books

New and Published Books

1. A Methodology for Processing Raw LIDAR Data to Support Urban Flood Modelling Framework

   UNESCO-IHE PhD Thesis

   By Ahmad Fikri Bin Abdullah

   The consequences of recent floods and flash floods in many parts of the world have been devastating. One way to improving flood management practice is to invest in data collection and modelling activities which enable an understanding of the functioning of a system and the selection of...

   Published April 14th 2012 by Taylor & Francis
2. Perspectives in Medical Geography

   Theory and Applications for Librarians

   Edited by Amy J. Blatt

   Medical geography is a fascinating area of rapidly evolving study that aims to analyse and improve worldwide health issues based on the geographical factors which have an impact on them. Perspectives in Medical Geography will appeal to both novice and seasoned researchers looking to be informed on...

   Published January 31st 2012 by Routledge
3. Urban and Regional Data Management

   UDMS Annual 2011

   Edited by Sisi Zlatanova, Hugo Ledoux, Elfriede M. Fendel, Massimo Rumor

   Human activities as well as various natural phenomena change the environment and impact on the quality of life. Analysis of those dynamics is required for a better understanding of urban modifications, and to facilitate urban growth and development. Research related to the management of urban data...

   Published September 4th 2011 by CRC Press
4. Remote Sensing of the Mine Environment

   By Sebnem Duzgun, Nuray Demirel

   A guide for students and professionals, this introductory course book covers the basic principles of remote sensing and its applications in mine environment monitoring. Building from a reader’s basic knowledge of mine monitoring, it teaches how to implement remote sensing techniques and how to...

   Published August 11th 2011 by CRC Press
5. Rethinking Maps

   New Frontiers in Cartographic Theory

   Edited by Martin Dodge, Rob Kitchin, Chris Perkins

   Series: Routledge Studies in Human Geography

   Maps are changing. They have become important and fashionable once more. Rethinking Maps brings together leading researchers to explore how maps are being rethought, made and used, and what these changes mean for working cartographers, applied mapping research, and cartographic scholarship. It...

   Published June 7th 2011 by Routledge
6. Advances in Web-based GIS, Mapping Services and Applications

   Edited by Songnian Li, Suzana Dragicevic, Bert Veenendaal

   Advances in Web-based GIS, Mapping Services and Applications is published as part of ISPRS WG IV/5 effort, and aims at presenting (1) Recent technological advancements, e.g., new developments under Web 2.0, map mashups, neogeography and the like; (2) Balanced theoretical discussions and technical...

   Published May 9th 2011 by CRC Press
7. Islamic Area Studies with Geographical Information Systems

   Edited by Atsuyuki Okabe

   Series: New Horizons in Islamic Studies

   In this volume the contributors use Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to reassess both historic and contemporary Asian countries and traditionally Islamic areas. This highly illustrated and comprehensive work highlights how GIS can be applied to the social sciences. With its description of how...

   Published February 27th 2011 by Routledge
8. Local Models for Spatial Analysis, Second Edition

   By Christopher D. Lloyd

   Written in recognition of developments in spatial data analysis that focused on differences between places, the first edition of Local Models for Spatial Analysis broke new ground with its focus on local modelling methods. Reflecting the continued growth and increased interest in this area, the...

   Published October 12th 2010 by CRC Press
9. Geomatics Engineering

   A Practical Guide to Project Design

   By Clement Ogaja

   Traditionally, land surveyors experience years of struggle as they encounter the complexities of project planning and design processes in the course of professional employment or practice. Giving beginners a leg up and working professionals added experience, Geomatics Engineering: A Practical Guide...

   Published September 26th 2010 by CRC Press
10. Airborne and Terrestrial Laser Scanning

    Edited by George Vosselman, Hans-Gerd Maas

    Written by a team of international experts, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the major applications of airborne and terrestrial laser scanning. It focuses on principles and methods and presents an integrated treatment of airborne and terrestrial laser scanning technology. After...

    Published March 4th 2010 by CRC Press