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This is a summary of map projections that have articles of their own on Wikipedia or that are otherwise notable. Because there is no limit to the number of possible map projections, [1] there can be no comprehensive list.
True size of countries is a free map website that shows the true size of each country on the Mercator projection. The projection was created in 1569 and was adopted due to its large use in sea travel. The map allows shortest paths between two places to be drawn in a straight line.
Projection Wizard is a web application that helps cartographers select an appropriate projection for their map. Depending on the extent and the distortion property of the map, the application returns a list of appropriate map projections with additional projection parameters if necessary.
This is an interactive Web application displaying different geographic world map projections.
The Gall–Peters projection is a rectangular, equal-area map projection. Like all equal-area projections, it distorts most shapes. It is a cylindrical equal-area projection with latitudes 45° north and south as the regions on the map that have no distortion. The projection is named after James Gall and Arno Peters.
29 lis 2022 · We're long overdue for an accurate world map. Get the real story behind different map projections and see which one is the most accurate map of the world.
1 mar 2023 · Understanding the various types of map projections and their characteristics is crucial for cartographers, GIS professionals, and anyone working with maps to make informed decisions about the best projection to use for their specific needs.
