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Research, Technology, Methods > technology > communications technology > photography > aerial photography > orthophotography
Preferred Term:

orthophotography

Definition:
The practice of removing positional distortions (due to camera tilt, topographical relief, etc.) from an aerial photograph to produce an accurate image of the Earth's surface and equalize the distances represented on the image.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
aerial photography
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • orthoimagery
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/68448
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