TeraWorld: Efficiently Accessing and Integrating Worldwide Geographic Data
Abstract
Geographic information such as satellite imagery, maps, and vector data play a critical role in military planning and intelligence. This type of information is being collected at an ever-increasing rate as new technology is developed, new commercial satellites are launched, and more and more information is being made available on the Internet. Unfortunately, the ability to efficiently access and integrate this type of data has not kept up with the availability of the information. In this project we purchased the hardware to build a multi-terabyte, worldwide geographic information system. The resulting system allows us to conduct research on a large- scale geographic information system, provide a significant advance in the military capabilities with respect to access to geographic data, and further the educational mission of the University by providing both research and teaching opportunities in the area of geographic information systems and information integration.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 26, 2003
- Accession Number
- ADA418071
Entities
People
- Craig A. Knnoblock
- Cyrus Shahabi
Organizations
- University of Southern California