Applications of Marine Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Ocean Surveying

Abstract

This paper explores the key applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in the field of marine surveying. GIS, as a powerful geospatial analysis tool, has played a significant role in marine surveying and ocean resource management. This paper begins by introducing the basic concepts of GIS and the importance of marine surveying. It then delves into four key application areas of GIS in marine surveying: marine map production, seafloor topography analysis, marine environmental monitoring, and ocean resource management. Each application area covers specific use cases and advantages of GIS technology. Finally, the paper summarizes the significant role of GIS in marine surveying and looks ahead to future developments.