Articles | Volume XLII-2/W2
https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-archives-XLII-2-W2-51-2016
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05 Oct 2016
3D GEO-INFORMATION IN URBAN CLIMATE STUDIES
Keywords: 3D geo-information, Urban climate, Urban planning, Urban climate characteristics, Numerical models
Abstract. 3D geo-information is essential for urban climate studies. It is obvious that both natural environment and built-up environment play the fundamental role in defining the climatic conditions for urban areas, which affect the quality of human life and human comfort. The paper presents the main categories of 3D geo-information used in urban climate studies and roles in creating and operating the numerical models specially designed to simulate urban planning scenarios and improvement of the urban climate situation.