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Record 1 1986-06-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Mathematical Geography
  • Geological Research and Exploration
  • Computer Graphics
DEF

A perspective azimuthal map projection produced by straight parallel lines from a point at an infinite distance from the sphere to points on the sphere and perpendicular to the plane of projection. The largest area depicted is that of a hemisphere, and the projection is true to scale only at the center ...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Géographie mathématique
  • Recherches et prospections géologiques
  • Infographie
DEF

Projection perspective où le centre est rejeté à l'infini dans une direction perpendiculaire au plan de projection.

Spanish

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