RELIEF REPRESENTATION AND THE IMPORTANCE OF DIGITAL TERRAIN MODELING IN DIGITAL MAP CREATION

Authors

  • Rustamov Erkin Tohirovich Asia International University

Keywords:

Digital map, Digital Terrain Model (DTM), relief representation, topographic mapping, GIS, remote sensing, terrain analysis, geodesy, contour lines, spatial data, cartography, elevation model.

Abstract

Digital cartography plays an important role in modern geoinformation systems and engineering applications. Accurate relief representation and Digital Terrain Models (DTM) ensure the precision and reliability of digital maps. This article examines the importance of terrain modeling, GIS technologies, remote sensing methods, and modern surveying techniques in digital map creation. The study also highlights the application of DTMs in engineering, hydrology, urban planning, and environmental monitoring. Accurate terrain models improve spatial analysis and support sustainable territorial development.

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Published

2026-05-18

How to Cite

Rustamov Erkin Tohirovich. (2026). RELIEF REPRESENTATION AND THE IMPORTANCE OF DIGITAL TERRAIN MODELING IN DIGITAL MAP CREATION. Ethiopian International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, 13(5), 1175–1178. Retrieved from https://eijmr.org/index.php/eijmr/article/view/6832

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 5 (2026): Ethiopian International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research

Section

Articles