GRASS/GIS (Geographic Resources Analysis Support System/Geographic Information System) Implementation Guide

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Abstract:

The GRASSGIS Implementation Guide is a manual for the implementation and use of the Geographic Resources Analysis Support System GRASS. GRASS is a microcomputer based image processing and geographic information system GIS used to develop, manipulate, analyzed, and display geographic datasets. This Implementation Guide identifies procedures and issues relevant to user sites preparing to receive and implement GRASS software. Special attention is given to GRASS software capabilities, supported data types, hardware selection and configuration, and staff selection and training. Also included is a list of support structures and current publications relating to GRASS.

Author(s):
Martin, Mary V. ; Goran, William D. ; Lozar, Robert C. ; Messersmith, Jean M. ; Ruiz, Marilyn S.
Author Organization(s):
CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING RESEARCH LAB (ARMY) CHAMPAIGN IL
Descriptive Note:
Final rept.
Pagination:
0074

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
CERL-SR-N-90/02
Monitor Series:
USAEHSC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_4.6.1_General Engineering; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_5.3.4_Develop Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.5_Analyze Courses of Action; JCA_4.2.1_Manage Supplies and Equipment; JCA_4.2_Supply; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_4.5_Operational Contract Support; JCA_4.5.1_Contract Support Integration; JCA_1.2.1_Training; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_5.5.2_Task; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_6.1.1_Wired Transmission
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics; Space
Communities of Interest:
Space
Descriptor(s):
*GEOGRAPHY, *COMPUTER PROGRAMS, *IMAGE PROCESSING, GRASSES, USER NEEDS, RESOURCES, MICROCOMPUTERS, SELECTION, INFORMATION SYSTEMS, USER MANUALS, DATA BASES, SITES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Geography, Computer Systems
Keyword(s):
GRASS(GEOGRAPHIC RESOURCES ANALYSIS SUPPORT SYSTEM), GIS(GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM)
Report Date:
1989 Oct 01