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Mapping science
The systemic study of the processes and designs involved with map making.
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Principal point assumption
Earth science; Mapping science
The assumption that radial directions are correct if measured at the principal point. The assumption is satisfactory only for nearly vertical photographs.
Angle of distortion
Earth science; Mapping science
The angle by which a ray passing from a point P through the projection centre is deviated from a straight line.
Astronomic arc
Earth science; Mapping science
The apparent arc described above (diurnal arc) or below (nocturnal arc) the horizon by the Sun or other celestial body.
Atlas
Earth science; Mapping science
A collection of maps designed to be kept (bound or loose) in a volume.
Adjustment by variation of coordinates
Earth science; Mapping science
Adjustment of the coordinates of points in a geodetic network by formulating each observation as a function of the adjusted coordinates and the errors (residuals). The condition equations, which ...
Astre fictif
Earth science; Mapping science
A fictitious star assumed to move along the celestial equator at a uniform rate corresponding to the frequency of one of the several harmonic constituents of the tide producing force. Each astre ...
