Streamlining the GIS to CAD Workflow for Automated Pipeline Alignment Sheet Generation

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gyanendra Gurung ◽  
Kshama Roy
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Geographic Information System ◽  
Spatial Analysis ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Systematic Errors ◽  
Effective Solution ◽  
Gis Integration ◽  
Automated Pipeline ◽  
Central Database ◽  
User Friendly

Abstract The use of Geographic Information System (GIS) in managing pipeline database and automating routine engineering processes has become a standard practice in the pipeline industry. While maintaining a central database provides security, integrity, and easy management of data throughout the pipeline’s lifecycle, GIS enables spatial analysis of pipeline data in addition to streamlining access and visualization of results. One of the major benefits of GIS integration lies in the ease of automating the alignment sheet generation for pipelines. This paper introduces a simplified pipeline alignment sheet generation workflow using GIS datasets to produce highly customizable alignment sheets in AutoCAD, a much-preferred format in the pipeline industry. By utilizing existing GIS and AutoCAD features to generate the alignment sheet, writing complicated geo-processing or plotting algorithms is minimized, which in turn reduces the risks of committing any systematic errors. This robust and user-friendly workflow not only ensures safety but also leads to a cost-effective solution.

scholarly journals Quantum GIS (QGIS): An introduction to a free alternative to more costly GIS platforms

EDIS ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (2) ◽  
pp. 7
Author(s):  
Jeffry M. Flenniken ◽  
Steven Stuglik ◽  
Basil V. Iannone
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Geographic Information System ◽  
Spatial Analysis ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Software Package ◽  
Forest Resources ◽  
Software Packages ◽  
Land Cover Map ◽  
Gis Software ◽  
Florida Springs

Geographic information system (GIS) software packages can be prohibitively expensive, causing many to shy away from mapping and spatial analysis. This 7-page fact sheet written by Jeffry M. Flenniken, Steven Stuglik, and Basil V. Iannone III and published by the UF/IFAS School of Forest Resources and Conservation introduces the reader to a free GIS software package called Quantum GIS (QGIS), walking the reader through simple GIS processes that can be used to visualize spatial patterns of importance to a variety of fields, including natural resources, agriculture, and urban planning. Learn how to create a land-cover map for a county of interest and create heatmaps that illustrate the density of a given attribute (Florida Springs for this example). This publication will benefit those interested in incorporating GIS into their work but who are unable to afford expensive proprietary GIS software packages, as well as anyone interested in learning a new GIS software package. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr428

scholarly journals Spatial analysis of hypothyroidism and ground water pH in an Urban Area of Kerala using the geographic information system

2020 ◽  
Vol 64 (3) ◽  
pp. 300
Author(s):  
MathewJoseph Valamparampil ◽  
Sara Varghese ◽  
Ananth Mohan ◽  
Rajesh Reghunath ◽  
AL Achu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Geographic Information System ◽  
Spatial Analysis ◽  
Ground Water ◽  
Urban Area ◽  
Geographic Information ◽  
Water Ph

scholarly journals Application of Epidemiological Geographic Information System: An Open-Source Spatial Analysis Tool Based on the OMOP Common Data Model

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (21) ◽  
pp. 7824
Author(s):  
Jaehyeong Cho ◽  
Seng Chan You ◽  
Seongwon Lee ◽  
DongSu Park ◽  
Bumhee Park ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Information System ◽  
Geographic Information System ◽  
Spatial Analysis ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Open Source ◽  
Geographical Distribution ◽  
The United States ◽  
Geographic Information ◽  
Common Data Model

Background: Spatial epidemiology is used to evaluate geographical variations and disparities in health outcomes; however, constructing geographic statistical models requires a labor-intensive process that limits the overall utility. We developed an open-source software for spatial epidemiological analysis and demonstrated its applicability and quality. Methods: Based on standardized geocode and observational health data, the Application of Epidemiological Geographic Information System (AEGIS) provides two spatial analysis methods: disease mapping and detecting clustered medical conditions and outcomes. The AEGIS assesses the geographical distribution of incidences and health outcomes in Korea and the United States, specifically incidence of cancers and their mortality rates, endemic malarial areas, and heart diseases (only the United States). Results: The AEGIS-generated spatial distribution of incident cancer in Korea was consistent with previous reports. The incidence of liver cancer in women with the highest Moran’s I (0.44; p < 0.001) was 17.4 (10.3–26.9). The malarial endemic cluster was identified in Paju-si, Korea (p < 0.001). When the AEGIS was applied to the database of the United States, a heart disease cluster was appropriately identified (p < 0.001). Conclusions: As an open-source, cross-country, spatial analytics solution, AEGIS may globally assess the differences in geographical distribution of health outcomes through the use of standardized geocode and observational health databases.

A COOPERATIVE APPROACH TO OIL SPILL PLANNING

1995 ◽  
Vol 1995 (1) ◽  
pp. 921-922
Author(s):  
William Gorham ◽  
Martin Cramer
Keyword(s):  
Information System ◽  
Geographic Information System ◽  
Oil Spill ◽  
Geographic Information ◽  
Marine Resources ◽  
Resource Manual ◽  
Response Strategies ◽  
Cooperative Approach ◽  
Vessel Response ◽  
User Friendly

ABSTRACT California's oil spill cooperatives joined forces to prepare a regional resource manual. The manual provided cooperative members detailed information on sensitive marine resources, response strategies, spill envelopes, response resources, navigation hazards, and other topics for incorporation into individual facility or vessel response plans being prepared for compliance with the stringent requirements of California's Oil Spill Prevention and Response Act. Detailed maps of sensitive resources, response strategies, and spill envelopes were prepared using a geographic information system (GIS) for ease of presentation and revision. Maps were supported by detailed tables on the facing page, producing a maximally user-friendly document.

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