System and method for ranking geographic features using viewshed analysis
US8848983B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | May 31, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 30, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 12, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F16/29
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for ranking geographic features in a geographic information system are provided. In particular, geographic features can be assigned ranking scores based on characteristics of viewsheds associated with the geographic features. In particular, characteristics of a viewshed associated with a geographic feature can be analyzed to assess the visibility of the geographic feature. A ranking score can be assigned to the geographic feature based on the characteristics of the viewshed. The ranking score can be used prioritize information in a geographic information system.
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