GeoSpatial Visual Analytics pp 3-14 | Cite as
A Showcase of Spatial Data Infrastructures and Related Technologies
Abstract
This chapter first gives a rational perspective why spatial data infrastructures are getting more and more importance. Different application fields and necessary services are introduced. The chapter tries to clean-up with the misleading usage of SDI, denoting concepts, technologies and implementations. Afterwards, it embraces on existing and necessary technologies — especially data harmonization. Data harmonization is a crucial element in sharing pan-national data. Examples are given showing working applications of these technologies in different organizations. Finally, critical question about future and missing parts of SDI are stated.
Keywords
Spatial Data Infrastructures Interoperability Data HarmonizationPreview
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