Spatial information acquisition happens in large part through the visual sense. Studying
visual attention and its connection to cognitive processes has been the interest of many …

Self‐localization is the process of identifying one's current position on a map, and it is a
crucial part of any wayfinding process. During self‐localization the wayfinder matches …

This book provides an introduction to HCI and usability aspects of Geographical Information
Systems and Science. Its aim is to introduce the principles of Human-Computer Interaction …

The publication “Eye-tracking in Cognitive Cartography and Other Fields” comprehensively
explores the use of eye tracking in cognitive cartography. In the first three chapters, readers …

Studies on perceived quality of environments, especially urban environments, look for ways
of establishing harmonious relationship between people and the world outside …

The role of the cultural assets as one of the pillars of sustainable development is undeniably
of great significance in the cultural sustainability of cities. Indeed, the way users understand …

A signal or a symbol has been sent with conscious. Urban space has signified elements like
landmark. Landmarks as references signs orient the people. Landmarks are defined as an …

The most important starting-point for people engaged with mapping and cartography must
be the awareness that the maps they produce will have to be used by human beings. To …

Maps matter. For thousands of years they have been made and consumed whenever
location information is relevant for human understanding. Maps represent various views of …

Two experiments examined people's strategies when orienting with a map in outdoor
scenes within unfamiliar urban environments. We investigated how the 3D visual scene and …