Maan Habib^1,*, Ahed Habib², Mohammad Abboud³

Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.33, pp. 247-271, 2024, DOI:10.32604/rig.2024.053857 - 07 August 2024

Abstract Digital elevation models (DEMs) are essential tools in environmental science, particularly for hazard assessments and landscape analyses. However, their application across multiple environmental hazards simultaneously remains in need for a multi-aspect critical assessment to promote their effectiveness in comprehensive risk management. This paper aims to review and critically assess the application of DEMs in mapping and managing specific environmental hazards, namely floods, landslides, and coastal erosion. In this regard, it seeks to promote their utility of hazard maps as key tools in disaster risk reduction and environmental planning by employing high-resolution DEMs integrated with advanced More >

Maan Habib^1,*, Maan Okayli²

Revue Internationale de Géomatique, Vol.32, pp. 1-16, 2023, DOI:10.32604/rig.2023.043399 - 30 September 2023

Abstract This study provides a comprehensive overview of modern cartography innovations and emerging trends, highlighting the importance of geospatial representation in various fields. It discusses recent advancements in geospatial data collection techniques, including satellite and aerial imagery, Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) technology, and crowdsourcing. The research also investigates the integration of big data, machine learning, and real-time processing in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), as well as advances in geospatial visualization. In addition, it examines the role of cartography in addressing global challenges such as climate change, disaster management, and urban planning in line with the More >