Active legends for interactive cartographic animation

Author: Peterson M. P.

Source: International Journal of Geographical Information Science, Volume 13, Number 4, 1 June 1999 , pp. 375-383(9)

Publisher: Taylor and Francis Ltd

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Abstract:

Active legends in cartographic animation serve the dual purpose of controlling the display of a map sequence and providing necessary information about the individual frames. Legends for cartographic animations have typically been implemented in a non-interactive form as individual legends that are synchronized with the display of the map. An active legend creates a tactual/visual association between the individual maps in the animation and what they depict. The development of more interactive cartographic animations is a function of both the available technology and the operational metaphors that make the technology accessible. The Web is providing a means to distribute interactive animations. A particular interactive cartographic animation developed with JavaScript is evaluated for functionality and content.

Language: English

Document Type: Research article

Publication date: 1999-06-01

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