by Matt Ball on January 4, 2008
Condensing knowledge onto a portable and large-format paper map is an efficient and low-cost means to distribute digital geographic information. A paper map is also a means to display map data in the field in a way that multiple parties can observe and comment on at one time. But are all the paper maps produced [...]
by Matt Ball on January 4, 2008
The importance of geospatial tools to understand sustainability questions is somewhat hampered by a lack of temporal capabilities. Only by adding the dimension of time do we gain the insight to analyze the subtle impacts on urban planning, land use, ecological change and Earth system interactions. Only by capturing dynamic changes through time will we [...]
by Matt Ball on November 8, 2007
A previous post took a look at in-car navigation devices that are sure to be on holiday wish lists. With this post, I take a look at some of the top-of-the-line handheld GPS receivers for recreational and personal navigation use. Magellan – The new Triton 2000 ($499) is a well-designed unit that packs a number [...]