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ISSN:1260-5875 (print)
ISSN:2116-7060 (online)
Publication Frequency:Continuously
With its international scientific commitments, Revue Internationale de Géomatique (RIG, International Journal of Geomatics), gathers numerous research works from many countries and disciplines, such as geography, computer science, archeology, agronomy and social sciences. All these research projects require or develop approaches, methods or tools to solve, analyse or represent spatial problems on the geographical space. The journal involves different topics, from spatial object modelling to geospatial prospective, from sensors used in accurate imagery to territorial decision making. The articles can be application- oriented, or deal with theoretical or methodological issues. Thus, RIG allows a fruitful combination of technological features (e.g. Geographical Information Systems, high resolution remote sensing) and human purpose and behaviour in spatial analysis (e.g. participatory Geographical Information Systems, territorial planning). Geomatics also concerns many questions about our environment in the context of global change and sustainability, such as biodiversity, conservation, transport, mobility and land use. Most of the articles published in RIG are resulting from a strong co-operation between different institutes and disciplines, often coupling particular themes (micro-agronomy, coastal studies, mountainous development, for instance) and associated methodologies to design appropriate solutions from computer and geographical information sciences (generalize and matching geometries, spatial metadata management, spatial ontologies, etc.). Regularly published since 1991, Revue Internationale de Géomatique (RIG, International Journal of Geomatics) publishes original articles in Sciences of Geographical Information, in French or in English.
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Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.35, pp. 79-100, 2026, DOI:10.32604/rig.2026.074969 - 05 February 2026
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Geospatial Techniques for Precision Agriculture and Water Resources Sustainability)
Abstract The assessment of groundwater quality is crucial for ensuring its safe and sustainable use for domestic and agricultural purposes. The Kurukshetra district in the Indian state of Haryana relies heavily on groundwater to meet household and agricultural needs. Sustainable groundwater management must be assessed in terms of suitability for domestic and agricultural needs in a region. The current study analyzed pre-monsoon geochemical data from groundwater samples in the study area for 1991, 2000, 2010, and 2020. A Geographic Information System (GIS) was used to create spatial distribution maps for hydrogen ion concentration, total hardness, total… More >
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Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.35, pp. 53-78, 2026, DOI:10.32604/rig.2026.071069 - 05 February 2026
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Innovative Applications and Developments in Geomatics Technology)
Abstract The expansion of transportation networks, including railways and ports, has been a major force driving urban growth, mobility, and socio-economic transformations since the Industrial Revolution. This study utilizes Historical Geographic Information Systems to examine the global evolution of transportation infrastructure, focusing on railways and ports, from 1880 to 2020. The dataset enables a multidimensional analysis of how transportation systems have shaped cities, influenced regional development, and helped to make possible sustainability efforts. By offering insights into transport accessibility, land-use changes, and economic connectivity, the study provides a robust empirical foundation for understanding long-term infrastructure dynamics. More >
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Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.35, pp. 31-51, 2026, DOI:10.32604/rig.2026.075081 - 05 February 2026
Abstract Climate classification systems are essential tools for analyzing regional climatic behavior, assessing long-term aridity patterns, and evaluating the impacts of climate change on water resources and ecosystem resilience. This study introduces a new Climate Classification Method based on uniform and unitless variables, referred to as the U2 Climate Classification (U2CC). The proposed U2 Index was designed to overcome structural limitations of the classical De Martonne (1942) and Erinç (1949) indices, which rely on raw precipitation–temperature ratios and are sensitive to extreme values, particularly subzero temperatures. The U2 methodology consisted of two key steps: (i) normalization… More >
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Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.35, pp. 13-30, 2026, DOI:10.32604/rig.2026.068019 - 05 February 2026
Abstract Rainfall data from four weather stations, quite far from each other, but located in the Zambezian phytogeographic region, were analysed for the research for indices of climate change. Two variables, rainfall and the annual number of rainy days, were considered. The rainfall data examined are 114 years for Luanda (1901–2014), 106 years for Lubumbashi (1916–2021), respectively, 54 and 41 years for Huambo (1961–2014) and Boma (1981–2021); 100 years (1921–2021) for the annual number of rainy days for only the Lubumbashi weather station. The results were a widespread decline in rainfall at all weather stations. Despite… More >
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Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.35, pp. 1-11, 2026, DOI:10.32604/rig.2026.070991 - 19 January 2026
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Innovative Applications and Developments in Geomatics Technology)
Abstract The use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in photogrammetry has grown rapidly due to enhanced flight stability, high-resolution imaging, and advanced Structure from Motion (SfM) algorithms. This study investigates the potential of UAVs as a cost-effective alternative to Terrestrial Laser Scanners (TLS) for 3D building reconstruction. A 3D model of Bangunan Sarjana was generated in Agisoft Metashape Professional v.2.0.2 using 492 aerial images captured at flying altitudes of 40, 50, and 60 m. Ground control points were established using GNSS (RTK-VRS), and Total Station measurements were employed for accuracy validation. The results indicate that the 60 More >
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