GIS Applications in Geomorphology

Jan-Christoph Otto; Günther Prasicek; Jan Blöthe; Lothar Schrott

doi:10.1016/B978-0-12-409548-9.10029-6

GIS Applications in Geomorphology

Titel in Übersetzung: GIS Applications in Geomorphology

Jan-Christoph Otto, Günther Prasicek, Jan Blöthe, Lothar Schrott

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Abstract

Space plays an important role in many aspects of geomorphological research. With the advance of geographic information systems (GIS), computer-based tools for spatial analysis became easily accessible and a wealth of new algorithms was developed. Standard GIS tools for surface geometry, hydrology, and geostatistical analyses are very valuable in geomorphology. Furthermore, geomorphological indices such as roughness or topographic wetness assess specific geomorphological parameters. In this article we give an overview of GIS applications in geomorphology. We summarize central developments, list popular geomorphological indices, and apply them to a study area in the European Alps for discussion and illustration.

Titel in Übersetzung	GIS Applications in Geomorphology
Originalsprache	Englisch
Titel	Comprehensive Geographic Information Systems
Erscheinungsort	Oxford
Herausgeber (Verlag)	Elsevier
Seiten	81-111
Seitenumfang	30
Band	A2
ISBN (Print)	9780128047934
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-409548-9.10029-6
Publikationsstatus	Veröffentlicht - 2018

Publikationsreihe

Name	Comprehensive Geographic Information Systems

Schlagwörter

Digital terrain analysis
Geomorphological index
Geomorphological mapping
Geomorphometry
Land surface parameter
Landform classification
Topographic index

Systematik der Wissenschaftszweige 2012

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