Introduction to Models in Spatial Analysis

Lena Sanders (1)

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The book provides a broad overview of the different types of models used in advanced spatial analysis. The models concern spatial organization, location factors and spatial interaction patterns from both static and dynamic perspectives. This introductory chapter proposes a discussion on the different meanings which are given to models in the field of spatial analysis depending on the formalization framework (statistics, GIS, computational approach). Core concepts as spatial interaction and level of modelling are discussed.

Mots clés: spatial analysis; spatial model; spatial interaction; modelling level; multiscalar approach

Domaines: Géographie

Lena Sanders. Introduction to Models in Spatial Analysis. Lena Sanders. Models in Spatial Analysis, ISTE, London, pp.xv-xxvii, 2007, Geographical Information Systems series. ⟨halshs-00226417⟩