Abstract: A method for display of time-related information, such information being descriptive of one or more predictable states of a described subject as a function of time, includes representation of said time-related information relating one or more states of the subject to a representation of time, determination of a time condition applicable to evaluation of said time-related information for the purpose of identifying the corresponding state(s), identification of one or more indicated state(s) corresponding to the time condition by means of evaluation of said time-related information with respect to the time(s) represented by the time condition, and representation of said indicated state(s) and/or said derived information on an information display.

Abstract: A geometric search and display method for a digital map includes a preferably animated graphic element projected on a map display, association of a search criterion with the graphic element, application of the search criterion to depicted or undepicted mapped or mappable items that geometrically intersect with the graphic element, and graphical representation of said application and/or outcome of said application by means of temporary modification of visual appearance of intersecting items and/or temporary modification of the visual appearance of the intersecting portion of the map.