The volume on Advances in Planetary GIS is composed of innovative contributions from researchers (and users) in the field of planetary sciences and should also provide introductory material for (post)-graduates getting involved in this research field. Topics are [ a] spatio-temporal GI aspects for planning and tracking of rovers and manned missions, [ b] geologic mapping conducted through NASA/ESA-financed programs, [ c] developments and application of DB models for specific requirements (also for collaboration) [ d] spatial remote-sensing data analysis (hyperspectral, terrain models, image data) for landing-site assessments/selections as well as traverse planning, [ e] aspects of interoperability (accessing archive nodes via webGIS) using WF/WM/WC services, [ f] compliance to standards (XML Metadata, OGC, ...) [ f] processing and incorporation of data, [ g] cartographic aspects (map layout/production, visualisation), [ h] software developments for planetary research
With numerous step-by-step tutorials to help readers grasp the topics and a special chapter on next-generation Flash, this volume is made up of innovative contributions from researchers and users alike, covering a wide range of relevant subjects.
