Robinson projection

GPTKB entity

Statements (44)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf map projection
gptkbp:area not equal-area
gptkbp:aspectRatio varies
gptkbp:category non-conformal projections
gptkbp:characteristics balanced representation
characterized by its rounded edges
gptkbp:coordinates curved
straight
gptkbp:criticism not conformal
gptkbp:developedBy gptkb:Arthur_H._Robinson
gptkbp:filmography cartography
used in various fields
designed for visual balance
gptkbp:geographicalFeature global scale
gptkbp:hasRecognition widely recognized in cartography
recognized for its unique style
gptkbp:hasVariants different versions exist
gptkbp:historicalFigures developed in the 20th century
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Robinson projection
gptkbp:influencedBy Winkel Tripel projection
gptkbp:isPopularFor popular among map users
gptkbp:notableFeature curved edges
gptkbp:productionStartYear compromise projections
widely used in atlases
used in educational materials
effective for visual representation
compared to other projections
moderate accuracy
influenced modern map design
gptkbp:project not suitable for navigation
not suitable for precise measurements
not ideal for detailed studies
gptkbp:relatedTo Mollweide projection
gptkbp:replacedBy minimized in size and shape
gptkbp:route aesthetic purposes
gptkbp:standardFeatures combines elements of various projections
gptkbp:structureType pseudo-cylindrical
gptkbp:targetAudience visual appeal
gptkbp:tour thematic map
gptkbp:type compromise projection
gptkbp:usedBy gptkb:National_Geographic_Society
gptkbp:usedFor world maps
gptkbp:uses popular in education
gptkbp:yearEstablished 1963