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73 articles for “geographical information system”
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Site Suitability Analysis of Soil and Water Conservation Structures in Sillod Watershed, Maharashtra, India using Geographic Information System Approach: A Case Study
Abstract: Watershed development and management programs envisage the development activities along with sustainable utilization of natural resources would raise the living standards of watershed inhabitants. Construction of soil and water conservation structures is the main activity of watershed development program. Location of soil and water harvesting structures in watershed is very important factor for efficient watershed development program. Construction of water harvesting structures at best suitable location will not only conserve …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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Spatial Crime Pattern using Geographical Information System: A Review
Abstract: The article describes the development of crime pattern analysis using geographic information system (GIS). Criminal activities nowadays continue to be a major concern in contemporary society in many countries around the world. Most nation are faced with unacceptable level of crime such as murder, raped, robbery, and many crime that gives bad effect to the communities in the country. Therefore specific studies need to be conducted to overcome this problem. …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Land Degradation Mapping Using Integration of Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems in Maricá, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to study the growing problem of soil erosion in the municipality of Maricá, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The study area has an excellent agricultural condition. However, due to human and natural factors, water erosion is becoming a major problem. Therefore, new approaches are needed to determine soil degradation not only for the identification of hotspots, but also to identify areas prone to degradation to …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 45–56 Read article
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Safety Control Assistance and Monitoring based on Mobile Apps and Geographical Information System Approach
Abstract: Safety control assistance and monitoring is the GPS/route tracker solution especially with mobile apps for both personal safety and staff safety. Safety control is a leading personal safety with a GPS/route tracker along the route layer to automatically calculate, analyze and generate e-mail, text your exact location to your emergency contacts or administrator. If you do not check-in safely after working or socializing or travelling alone, providing your exact mobile …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 23–26 Read article
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DEM Development using Geographic Information System for Topographic Assessment
Abstract: Topography of the earth surface plays a vital role in the distribution of water within the natural land surfaces. This includes various hydrological processes like surface runoff, infiltration and evaporation. The quantitative assessment of these processes mainly depends upon the topography of the surfaces. Many topographic features can be computed directly from Digital Elevation Model (DEM). Assessment of topography manually is generally tedious, time consuming and often subject to error. …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Appraisal of Household Potable Water Accessibility in Sub–Urban Areas of Oyo State: Geographic Information System and Remote Sensing Approach
Abstract: This study centred on assessing potable water accessibility in sub-urban areas using Fiditi as a case study. This study adopted a service area network and overlay operation in ArcGIS to achieve the aim of this study. Locational coordinates of all the facilities were obtained through Garmin 76 handheld GPS. Also, ground truthing was adopted to distinguish residential buildings from non - residential buildings. Coordinates (X.Y, Z) of the study were …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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An Integrated Application of Remote Sensing, GIS and VES for Artificial Recharging at Watershed from South Solapur Taluka, Solapur District, Maharashtra
Abstract: Over growing demand of water has led scientific community to plan augmentation of ground water by various methods. The objectives achieved in present study are to arrest run-off and silt flow, to facilitate infiltration of water. The study area considered is a small Micro Watershed from South Solapur District which is Drought prone zone. The study was an attempt to delineate the possible recharge zone for groundwater and also to …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–18 Read article
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An In-Depth Assessment of Flood Susceptibility using Geo-informatics – A Detailed Review
Abstract: In recent years, the world has faced many disasters, but the effects of floods have received considerable focus due to their harmful consequences. More than half of the global destruction and damage from floods takes place in Asia, leading to loss of life, infrastructure damage, and community panic. The main goal is to improve the understanding of flood hazard management by conducting flood vulnerability assessments. Vulnerability is central to analyzing …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Luxuriating the Dexterity of GIS into Environmental Engineering and Environmental Science
Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive and rigorous research about technological applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in the fields of environmental engineering and environmental science. GIS is a geo-innovative intelligent system that is availed to get geo-spatial statistics, to map the geo-environment, to explore and model the geographic changes, and to envision earth geographically over a period of time. The utter geo-mapping technology of GIS is explored that displays indispensable …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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The Resurging Effect of Climate – Human Interaction on the Soil of Abia State, Nigeria: A Climate Change Perspective.
Abstract: Abstract Studies on the impact of climate change on soil erosion have been widely acknowledged by parts of the eastern states of Nigeria as one of the major land degradation problems besetting the area. This study adopts Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing techniques as veritable tool to study the effect of Climate – Human interaction on soil of Abia state. Increase in observed mean rainfall of 5.85, 5.62, …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 27–44 Read article
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Smart QR Based Parking System
Abstract: Abstract: Today parking management is a big issue in our society because of rapid growth in a number of vehicles day by day so in order to manage this problem, there has to be a solution, which helps getting rid of problems arising due to the lack of a proper parking management system. Hence finding a parking space has become an unpleasant experience in many metropolitan cities. There are many …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Design and Implementation of an IoT-based Traffic and Parking Management System Integrated with GIS for Urban Environments
Abstract: As urbanization accelerates, managing traffic flow and parking availability has become increasingly challenging. This article presents the design and implementation of an internet of things (IoT)-based traffic and parking management system integrated with geographic information systems (GIS) to address these challenges in urban environments. The proposed system utilizes a network of IoT sensors to monitor traffic flow, congestion levels, and parking space availability in real time. The data collected by …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Identifying Black Spot Location Using GIS System in Kerbela City
Abstract: From the challenges facing the world in highway area is the life and financial loss due to traffic accidents. This is the case for Iraq because it is from the most dangerous countries in terms of traffic accidents. To reduce traffic accidents, the causes of these accidents such as; driver, vehicle and roadway should be determined. To diagnose the cause of accidents, there is an urgent need to determine the …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of Road Infrastructure Safety Measures for Reducing Traffic Accidents and Improving Sustainable Transportation
Abstract: Road traffic accidents continue to be a major public health and transportation challenge, causing significant loss of life, injuries, and economic damage worldwide. Road infrastructure is one of the most critical factors influencing traffic safety, as well-designed and properly maintained roads can substantially reduce the frequency and severity of accidents. This review paper examines the role of road infrastructure in improving road safety by analyzing existing research on highway geometric …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Web Mapping Comparison of Open Layers Map and Google Map: A Web GIS based Big Spatial Data Approach
Abstract: Big data sharing and manipulation of geospatial data such a GIS web-based system has become a challenge. Due to the rapid development technology in web based geographical information systems, the uses of web based geospatial application, effective utilization and representation varies from Geo-spatial capabilities and functionalities. In this paper, a web GIS framework was explored to provide a practical solution for the display and manipulations of geospatial data, visualization of …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 41–45 Read article
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Sky Scanners: Using satellite remote sensing to figure out what Earth is like
Abstract: Satellite remote sensing has changed the way we look at, study, and learn about the Earth changing systems. Orbiting sensors take data from many different spectral bands, giving us constant, large-scale information about land, oceans, and the atmosphere. This study discusses the fundamental concepts of satellite remote sensing, including the various types of sensors, methods for data acquisition, and techniques for interpreting images. It talks about important uses like monitoring …
Published in International Journal of Satellite Remote Sensing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 22–33 Read article
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Application of GIS Web Based in Construction Management
Abstract: Project management is the process and task of planning, organizing, motivating, and controlling resources, procedures, and protocols to achieve specific goals in scientific or daily problems. In the construction world, it is crucial to monitor project management because each project has its duration and every contractor needs to complete the project within the given time. Moreover, exceeding the duration given will cause the penalty to the contractor which in turn …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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The Tapper Approach: An Integrated Framework for Land Degradation, Restoration, and Climate-Conflict Dynamics
Abstract: Land systems across the globe are increasingly exposed to multiple and interacting pressures, including land degradation, climate change, biodiversity loss, unsustainable land-use practices, rapid population growth, and socio-economic conflicts. These challenges not only reduce ecosystem productivity and resilience but also threaten food security, water availability, rural livelihoods, and long-term environmental sustainability. Despite the growing recognition of these interconnected issues, most existing conceptual and analytical frameworks continue to address them in …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Identification and Prioritization of Critical Erosion Prone and Water Potential Areas of Manandragarh Watershed Using HEC-HMS for Management
Abstract: This study was carried out at Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur (CG) on hydrological modelling and development of soil and water conservation plan for critical erosion prone and water potential sub-watersheds of Manendragarh watershed of upper Hasdeo subbasin in Chhattisgarh using Hydrological Engineering Centre-Hydrological Modelling System (HEC-HMS). The Hydrological Engineering Centre-Geo Hydrological Modelling System (HEC-Geo HMS) was utilized for developing the model setup, while the HEC-HMS model was employed to …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 26–44 Read article
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Prospects of Using Geographic Information Technology in the Public Health Sector of Sri Lanka
Abstract: Geographic information technology has a significant potential of benefiting the health industry in both public and private sectors. With its ability in data management, integration and visual interpretation, geographic information system (GIS) can be used as a powerful tool for the advancement of health sector of the country. GIS has high prospects in disease tracking, health surveys, health mapping and analysis of demography, man power, service networks, facility accessibility, health …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 12–22 Read article