scholarly journals Custom OpenStreetMap Rendering – OpenTrackMap Experience

2009 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
pp. 5-28
Author(s):  
Radek Bartoň
Keyword(s):  
Similar Type ◽  
Valuable Source ◽  
The World ◽  
Geographic Data

After 5 years of its existence, the OpenSteetMap [1] is becoming to be an important and valuable source of a geographic data for all people on the world. Although initially targeted to provide a map of cities for routing services, it can be exploited to other and often unexpected purposes. Such an utilization is an effort to map a network of hiking tracks of the Czech Tourist Club [2].  To support and apply this endeavour, the OpenTrackMap [3] project was started. Its aim is to primarily provide a customized rendering style for Mapnik renderer which emphasizes map features important to tourists and displays a layer with hiking tracks. This article presents obstacles which such project must face and it can be used as a tutorial for other projects of similar type.

scholarly journals BIOMASS ASH UTILIZATION OPPORTUNITIES IN AGRICULTURE

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Oskars Karps ◽  
Aivars Aboltins ◽  
Janis Palabinskis
Keyword(s):  
Wood Ash ◽  
Granule Size ◽  
Mineral Fertilizers ◽  
Liquid Manure ◽  
Cattle Slurry ◽  
Biomass Ash ◽  
Size Fractions ◽  
Valuable Source ◽  
The World ◽  
Mixing Problem

In Latvia and in the world there are problems with utilization of wood ash from large fireboxes because it is a technologically complicated, time consuming and costly process. The methods used to dispose of the ash when it is deposited in waste landfills are unsustainable. Pollution-increasing solution is needed since pure wood ash is a valuable source of plant nutrients. Ash contains the macro and microelements needed for plants and can replace some of the precious mineral fertilizers in agriculture, especially in organic. Ash use in agriculture is little explored and implemented, the use of the technology is not resolved (ash collection and screening, fractionation, drilling, evaluation, etc.). The LUA studies of ash and slurry mixing problem to prepare ash with mechanized spreaders. Cattle slurry is used as a binder that helps create solid ash fractions that are subject to dispersion with centrifugal fertilizer dispersers with a sufficiently good spreading quality. The research examines the conditions for the creation of different size fractions and their dissolution. The experimental results showed that the best used ratio of the mixtures was 1000 ml of ash and 200 ml of liquid manure or 1000 ml of ash and 300 ml of liquid manure. In this ratio, the produced granule size was very close to the size of mineral fertilizers.

scholarly journals GI+100: Long Term Preservation of Digital Geographic Information — 16 Fundamental Principles Agreed by National Mapping Agencies and State Archives

2017 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 156
Author(s):  
Carsten Rönsdorf ◽  
Paul Mason ◽  
Jonathan Holmes ◽  
Urs Gerber ◽  
André Streilein ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Sector ◽  
Geographic Information ◽  
Digital Information ◽  
Data Archiving ◽  
Term Retention ◽  
The World ◽  
Geographic Data ◽  
Long Term Retention ◽  
Information Providers

This paper states 16 principles for the long term retention and preservation of digital geographic information. The paper is mainly aimed at public sector geographic information providers in Europe (particularly those involved in mapping and cadastre) with the intention of highlighting the significance of fundamental concepts for digital geographic data archiving. Geographic information providers are mainly mapping agencies, but also archives preserving geographic data among a wider range of digital information. A supplementary objective is that the paper may provide useful information for providers of all types of geographic information right around the world. This paper states 16 principles for the long term retention and preservation of digital geographic information. The paper is mainly aimed at public sector geographic information providers in Europe (particularly those involved in mapping and cadastre) with the intention of highlighting the significance of fundamental concepts for digital geographic data archiving. Geographic information providers are mainly mapping agencies, but also archives preserving geographic data among a wider range of digital information. A supplementary objective is that the paper may provide useful information for providers of all types of geographic information right around the world. There are many reasons why people wish to retain access to information, though the main drivers for archiving digital geographic information are meeting legislative requirements, the short and long term exploitation (re-use not only access) of archived data for analyzing social, environmental (e.g. global climate changes) and economic changes over time as well as efficiency savings in managing superseded datasets.  This paper sets out the path and describes what needs to be done now to future-proof the investment government agencies around the world have made in creating digital Geographic Data. 

scholarly journals Patofisiologi Bisa Ular dan Aplikasi Terapi Tumbuhan Obat Antiophidia (Antibisa)

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 80-90
Author(s):  
Aditya K. Karim ◽  
Ervina Indrayani ◽  
Laila Hanum
Keyword(s):  
Natural Products ◽  
Medicinal Plant ◽  
Snake Venom ◽  
Snake Bite ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Major Health ◽  
Venomous Snake ◽  
Valuable Source ◽  
The World ◽  
Natural Inhibitors

Venomous snakebite is an important cause of morbidity and mortality, and is one of the major health problems in many regions of the world. Medicinal Plant which are effectively inhibitor and neutralize the snake venom and it is considered as a valuable source of natural products for development of medicines against venomous snake bite. The biomedical value of these natural inhibitors can lead to the development of new therapeutics for an assortment of diseases as well as contributing to efficient antivenoms for the treatment of ophidic accidents.Key words: pathophysiology, snake bite, envenomation, medicinal plant, therapeutic. 

Prosopis velutina (velvet mesquite).

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nick Pasiecznik
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Invasive Species ◽  
Animal Nutrition ◽  
Native Range ◽  
Prosopis Velutina ◽  
Livestock Industry ◽  
Planting Stock ◽  
Valuable Source ◽  
The World ◽  
Noxious Weed

Abstract P. velutina was widely introduced around the world intentionally, due to its value as a fuel/fodder species and also an ornamental in some regions. It was widely used by native Amerindians as a source of poles and fuels, and the pods were a valuable source of human and animal nutrition. The month of the year when pods were harvested was commonly named after the tree, indicating its importance. However, its has also spread, both in its native range and where introduced, and its infamy as an invasive species has lead to several governments banning further importation of planting stock, and the risk of introduction is perceived as low. P. velutina is a declared noxious weed in Australia and South Africa, and the genus as a whole is regulated in several other countries. Losses to the livestock industry from P. velutina invasion in its native range, although much less than that caused by the invasion of P. glandulosa, are still considerable. The thorns can also cause injury to livestock, and consumption of the pods, when they may up the bulk of the animal's diet, can lead to ill health and even death. A similar situation to that of the south-western USA exists in Australia and South Africa, where P. velutina is a major weed of rangelands.

The Reasons And Problems For The Renewed Interest In Natural Gas And Liquefied Natural Gas (Lng) World Wide During The Late 1980s And Early 1990s

1991 ◽  
pp. 44-53
Author(s):  
Zulkifli Abdui Majid
Keyword(s):  
Natural Gas ◽  
Energy Security ◽  
Energy Demand ◽  
World Wide ◽  
Environmental Concern ◽  
Liquefied Natural Gas ◽  
Valuable Source ◽  
The World

lncrease in world's energy demand, energy security and environmental concern has given rise to a new perception of natural gas and LNG as a valuable source and future resource of energy for the world. Although these factor has renewed the interest of natural gas as a fuel there are a number of problems to be overcome in order to put the projects (especially LNG) on stream. This paper will discuss the reasons and problems for the renewed interest in natural gas and LNG world wide during the late 1980s and early 1990s.

scholarly journals Observatory Publications and their Significant Role in Astronomical Libraries

1989 ◽  
Vol 110 ◽  
pp. 127-128
Author(s):  
Kinga Kaminska
Keyword(s):  
Significant Role ◽  
Second World War ◽  
History Of Astronomy ◽  
World War ◽  
Valuable Source ◽  
The World ◽  
History Of ◽  
New Research ◽  
Second World ◽  
Source Of Information

The Library of Warsaw University Observatory is a small one, but it is one of the oldest astronomical libraries in Poland. The library collection has been gathered almost since the beginning of the Warsaw Observatory, that is since 1825. Although a large part of our collection was burned during the Second World War, the remaining part contains many unique items. Scholars doing research in the area of the history of astronomy often find our collection very helpful in their work.Observatory publications play a significant role in my library. In general, we have limited possibilities for buying publications with hard currency. Therefore, any free publications obtained by my library constitute an extremely valuable source of information about new research and discoveries all over the world.

scholarly journals HANDLING OF USED OILS. EXPERIENCE OF FOREIGN COUNTRIES AND UKRAINIAN DEVELOPMENTS

2018 ◽  
pp. 23-30
Author(s):  
V.V. Alekseenko ◽  
O.O. Vasechko ◽  
K.A. Samokatov ◽  
O.B. Sezonenko
Keyword(s):  
Similar Type ◽  
National Academy Of Sciences ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Used Oil ◽  
Operational Characteristics ◽  
Foreign Countries ◽  
The World ◽  
Pyrolysis Unit ◽  
Wide Experience ◽  
Academy Of Sciences

Hazards to environment from used oils and directions of their utilization were considered. Features, advantages and disadvantages of each directions of used oil’s utilization were adduced. The example of realization of used oil’s direct burning on developed in The Gas Institute of National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine unit was given. The world wide experience of exploitation of pyrolysis units for recycling of used oil into fuel was considered. The comparison of characteristics of domestic pyrolysis unit with similar type foreign units and experience of exploitation of domestic unit in Ukraine and abroad were given. The principle of operation of domestic pyrolysis unit for recycling of used oil into fuel and its operational characteristics were presented. Bibl. 12, Fig. 2, Tab. 6.

scholarly journals Coastal Web Atlas Features

2010 ◽  
pp. 12-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth O’Dea ◽  
Tanya C. Haddad ◽  
Declan Dunne ◽  
Kuuipo Walsh
Keyword(s):  
Web Site ◽  
Coastal Environment ◽  
Common Features ◽  
Interactive Maps ◽  
The World ◽  
Geographic Data

A growing number of coastal web atlases (CWAs) for different regions exist around the world. These atlases are developed to meet the needs of a particular organization or audience. Each atlas developer faces the challenge of how best to design a web site that clearly communicates their content in an intuitive way. While most of these CWAs are developed independently of each other, many of them share common features. Interactive maps enable users to visualize data along the coast. A variety of geographic data are presented to inform users about the coastal environment and show professionals what data is available. Atlases include tools and supplemental text for users to learn more about the coast. This chapter provides an overview of common features which are found in existing coastal web atlases.

Distributing proprietary geographic data on the World Wide Web — UCLA GIS Database and Map Server

2000 ◽  
Vol 26 (7) ◽  
pp. 741-749 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yafang Su ◽  
Joan Slottow ◽  
Avi Mozes
Keyword(s):  
World Wide Web ◽  
World Wide ◽  
Gis Database ◽  
The World ◽  
Geographic Data

Paremiological wealth of the language of the Slovakian Rusins. Component composition and semantic features

Rusin ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 240-254
Author(s):  
M. Čižmarova ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Word Of Mouth ◽  
Component Composition ◽  
Semantic Features ◽  
Valuable Source ◽  
Current State ◽  
World Outlook ◽  
The World ◽  
The Rich ◽  
Historical Past ◽  
Source Of Information

The article draws attention to the current state of study of Rusin phraseology and paremiology in Slovakia and analyzes the most important works from the 1950s to this day. These works are the most valuable source of information about the residents of the region, the world around them, their culture, world outlook, customs, stereotypes and historical past. The following books are presented: E. Nedzelsky’s The Nation’s Word of Mouth. Proverbs – Sayings – Incantations – Riddles – Sayings of Transcarpathia, Y. Tsyhra and I. Lehdan’s People Will Say How to Tie It, M. Mushynka’s From the Depths of Ages. Anthology of Oral Folk Art of Presov Region, N. Warhol and A. Ivchenko’s Phraseological Dictionary of Lemko Dialects of Eastern Slovakia, M. Schmaida’s “... And I am also wishing you...”, J. Warhol’s Calendar and Family Ritual of Ukrainians of Slovakia, and A. Galgashov’s Struzhnitsky Walkways. The rich factual phraseological material of the Slovakian Rusins has been accumulated by scholars for decades, and a significant part of it remains in the manuscripts of the Museum of Ukrainian Culture in Svidník. Numerous dialect phrases were published in the pages of local periodicals – Nove Zhytja, Dukla and the magazine Druzhno Vpered. The author investigates paremias with animalistic and phytonymic components, as well as paremias with components – names of food and food products.

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