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Cube

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Last modified August 3, 2007
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Description

A faceted projection that is used for ArcGlobe.

Illustration of a Cube projection


Projection method

The world is projected onto a six-sided figure with square sides.


Linear graticules

The meridians and parallels are straight lines.


Properties


Shape



Shapes are not maintained.

Area



Areas are not maintained.

Direction



Between +45° and -45° latitude, north, south, east, and west directions are accurate, but general directions are not. On the polar facets, directions are true from the center.

Distance



Between +45° and -45° latitude, scale is correct.


Limitations

Not recommended for general mapping.


Uses and applications

Used for ArcGlobe. Suitable for educational uses.

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