Data Model for the Cartographic Representation of Toponyms on Topographic Maps Published by the MGI

Viktor Marković

Abstract


An essential aspect of creating topographic maps involves standardization and data modelling for properly visualised toponyms. The significance of this aspect arises from the fact that maps, aside from representing a graphical depiction of geographical space, serve as a medium for conveying specific information and toponyms that must be presented. A significant effort has been directed towards developing a methodology for the standardization of toponyms on the maps of the Military Geographical Institute "General Stevan Bošković" (MGI), which meets the strict criteria of cartographic representation. This paper discusses the methodology and process of creating a database of settlement names for cartographic representation at a scale of 1:25,000 (TM25), as well as in derived scales utilizing a ladder approach system. The focus is on the standardization and enhancement of the cartographic depiction of toponyms using digital techniques. The created database has broad applications not only in cartography but also within the GIS context, enabling complex spatial analyses. Furthermore, this paper explores the advantages and disadvantages of the created toponym data model, its implementation in the production system for creating topographic maps at MGI, and potential opportunities for improvement. The methodology presented in this paper has allowed a relatively smooth transition from analogue to digital representation of toponyms while maintaining the visual identity and functionality of classical topographic maps.

Key words: toponyms, database, GIS, data model, topographic maps

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This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 Serbia.


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