Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

azimuthal-projection

noun

/ˌæzɪˈmjuːθəl prəˈdʒɛkʃən/

Definition

A method of mapping that portrays the surface of a sphere, like the Earth, onto a flat plane, preserving angles from a central point.

Examples

The azimuthal projection is often used for polar maps because it accurately represents the regions around the poles.
Geographers rely on azimuthal projections for certain kinds of map visualizations, such as mapping radio signals.
The azimuthal projection provides a clear view of the distances and angles from the center point of the map.

Meaning

Azimuthal projection is used in cartography for creating two-dimensional maps that represent the three-dimensional surface of the Earth. It provides a way to visualize the globe on a flat surface while maintaining certain geographic properties, like area or distances, depending on the type of azimuthal projection used.