The national atlas of Sweden - an atlas produced by new technology
- Publication
- Proceedings of the 16th International Cartographic Conference
- Volume
- 2
- Pages
- 822-828
Summary
This paper examines the application of digital technology in thematic map production and its impact on cartographic practice, using the National Atlas of Sweden as a case study. It first outlines the atlas's background, organizational structure, and production workflow, then details the complete process of creating a map of arable land and meadow for the agriculture volume, from data collection, symbol design, and automated computer processing to final printing. The authors analyze the advantages of digital technology, including high data reliability, flexible color adjustment, and efficient automated processing, while also identifying its limitations, such as the neglect of data accuracy verification, potential misinterpretation from automated symbol placement, and instability of low-percentage colors in printing. The paper concludes by discussing the evolving role of the cartographer in the digital era, emphasizing that collaboration among editors, subject specialists, and computer operators is essential for ensuring map quality. The findings suggest that while digital technology offers greater opportunities, map quality ultimately depends on human judgment and expertise rather than the technology itself.
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