Orthophotography
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 The geometrical correction of aerial photographs so that their displayed distances are rendered uniform and can be measured like a map. uncountable
"During the past three decades, orthophotography has become an increasingly popular and useful tool for land managers. As quality and availability improve, this trend will continue. Orthophotography combines the planimetric precision of maps with the wealth of detail found on aerial photographs."
Example
More examples"During the past three decades, orthophotography has become an increasingly popular and useful tool for land managers. As quality and availability improve, this trend will continue. Orthophotography combines the planimetric precision of maps with the wealth of detail found on aerial photographs."
Etymology
From ortho- (“straight”) + photography.
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