Publisher's Synopsis
This text describes the theoretical underpinnings, computer algorithms and some sample applications of state-of-the-art terrain analysis techniques. It is designed as a reference text for GIS professionals and application-orientated reseachers who need to use the techniques to support their analytical work and as a presentation of the state of the art for those who are more interested in developing new techniques and algorithms.;The book is based on real cases and the authors demonstrate the practical application of theory to real-world problems in hydrology, geomorphology and ecology. It also describes individual terrain analysis programs and how to acquire them from the editors' World Wide Web site.
