The interrelation between knowledge and formal representation is still an open question for research, especially for uncertain knowledge. In the absence of a formal theory, we are in a situation where system designers produce ad hoc treatments of uncertainty.
Standardisation is necessary, but premature.
Ontology and epistemology of spatially extended objects can provide a basis for the development of formal models of spatial uncertainty. GeoInfo Series Vol. We prepare a special issue of the International Journal of Geographical Information Science from selected contributions of the conference. Contact For queries pertaining to the conference please contact Stephan Winter . All Rights Reserved.