A GIS methodological framework based on fuzzy sets theory for land use management

Abstract

This paper considers a GIS methodological framework based on fuzzy sets theory for land use management. Some principles of development of the GIS methodological framework are formulated. Applications of the GIS methodological framework are designed. In particular GIS knowledge management fuzzy models for analysis of soil commutative contamination by heavy metals, for the study of soil acidity, and for evaluation of soil conservation actions are obtained.