Abstract: The subject invention pertains to systems and methods for cost effective evaluation of the suitability of tree growth in a planting area before planting. Factors considered include whether the water and heat conditions of the area to be planted are suitable for the growth and development of the trees to be cultivated and how long the nutrient content in the soil can support the growth of the tree. The invention provides a “plug-and-play” urban landscape tree growth predictor. By inserting a “plunger” with a specialized sensor into the area to be planted, the instrument can automatically capture environmental data to drive the tree growth model, thus quickly simulating the tree's future growth. Through this method, the future growth trend of trees can be predicted and analyzed before planting to reduce the growth risk after planting.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a geo-analysis model that can calculate geographical indicators in the real world based on specific calculation methods and computer programs. The operation of the geo-analysis model can help users understand the operational rules of the real world and predict the future, providing decision support for concerned members. A geo-analysis model componentized presenter enables the geo-analysis model to be presented in the form of assembled components, as well as abstract digital, theoretical, or academic constructs, or physical objects, to help users understand and use the model.

Abstract: Disclosed is an orthophoto map generation method based on a panoramic map, the method comprising: overlapping and fusing a panoramic map and panoramic field depth data when the panoramic map is photographed, such that each pixel of the panoramic map has a corresponding field depth value; acquiring a pitch angle and azimuth angle of a reference pixel relative to a photographing device, and in conjunction with a 360 degree feature of a panorama, calculating an azimuth angle and pitch angle, relative to a camera, of an object represented by each pixel; in conjunction with calculation results and geographic coordinates, determined by a positioning device when the panoramic map is photographed, of the camera, calculating a geographic position corresponding to the object represented by each pixel to form point cloud data.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to systems, methods, and devices to provide improved teamwork guidelines for collaborators in geographic simulation experiments, whereby the collaborators can be led to participate in the geographic simulation tasks according to the teamwork guideline and be instructed to implement the simulation tasks to achieve their goals. The invention can automatically recommend appropriate geographic simulation schemes for specific geographic problems and communicate simulation task information and dependencies. Novel guide cards can instruct teamwork in geographic simulation experiments. Thus, the cards can advantageously instruct, promote, or guide teamwork in geographic simulation experiments and enhance the efficiency of geographic problem-solving.

Abstract: Disclosed is an orthophoto map generation method based on a panoramic map, the method comprising: overlapping and fusing a panoramic map and panoramic field depth data when the panoramic map is photographed, such that each pixel of the panoramic map has a corresponding field depth value; acquiring a pitch angle and azimuth angle of a reference pixel relative to a photographing device, and in conjunction with a 360 degree feature of a panorama, calculating an azimuth angle and pitch angle, relative to a camera, of an object represented by each pixel; in conjunction with calculation results and geographic coordinates, determined by a positioning device when the panoramic map is photographed, of the camera, calculating a geographic position corresponding to the object represented by each pixel to form point cloud data.

Abstract: A collaborative geographical modeling/simulating system and methods are provided for integrating virtual and physical objects. The collaborative geographical modeling/simulating system includes a geographical conceptual modeling device having a plurality of physically operable micro-geographical objects and a plurality of physically operable micro-data objects; and a collaborative control device coupled to the geographical conceptual modeling device and having a resource module having a plurality of virtual resource items and a management module to perform geographical analysis, geographical model construction, and geographical model simulation. The plurality of physically operable micro-geographical objects and the plurality of physically operable micro-data objects are associated with corresponding virtual resource items of the plurality of virtual resource items for the geographical analysis, geographical model construction, and geographical model simulation.

Abstract: A collaborative geographical modeling/simulating system and methods are provided for integrating virtual and physical objects. The collaborative geographical modeling/simulating system includes a geographical conceptual modeling device having a plurality of physically operable micro-geographical objects and a plurality of physically operable micro-data objects; and a collaborative control device coupled to the geographical conceptual modeling device and having a resource module having a plurality of virtual resource items and a management module to perform geographical analysis, geographical model construction, and geographical model simulation. The plurality of physically operable micro-geographical objects and the plurality of physically operable micro-data objects are associated with corresponding virtual resource items of the plurality of virtual resource items for the geographical analysis, geographical model construction, and geographical model simulation.