TerrSet

TerrSet is a geospatial software package designed for spatial analysis and modeling of environmental and socioeconomic systems. According to the vendor, it is suitable for organizations of all sizes, including small businesses, research institutions, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. Professionals in fields such as environmental science, ecology, geography, GIS analysis, land use planning, urban planning, conservation, natural resource management, and climate change research and analysis can benefit from the tools and capabilities offered by TerrSet.

Key Features

Geospatial Analysis: According to the vendor, TerrSet offers a wide range of geospatial analysis tools, including spatial interpolation, overlay analysis, proximity analysis, and network analysis, which can be used to perform complex spatial analysis tasks.

Image Classification: The vendor states that TerrSet provides advanced image classification algorithms, such as Maximum Likelihood, Decision Tree, and Support Vector Machine, which can be used for accurate and efficient land cover classification.

Change Detection: TerrSet allows users to detect and analyze changes in land cover and land use over time using various change detection algorithms, including post-classification comparison, image differencing, and change vector analysis, according to the vendor.

Land Cover Analysis: According to the vendor, TerrSet enables users to analyze and quantify land cover patterns and dynamics. It provides tools for calculating landscape metrics, such as patch size, shape, and connectivity, to assess landscape structure and fragmentation.

Spatial Modeling: The vendor states that TerrSet allows users to create and simulate spatial models to understand and predict land change processes. It supports cellular automata and Markov chain models for modeling land cover change and simulating future scenarios.

Multi-Criteria Evaluation: TerrSet includes tools for multi-criteria evaluation, which according to the vendor, enable users to assess and prioritize areas based on multiple criteria. It supports weighted overlay analysis and suitability modeling for decision-making and planning purposes.

Time Series Analysis: Users of TerrSet can perform time series analysis of remotely sensed imagery, allowing them to analyze and visualize temporal changes in land cover and vegetation over time, as claimed by the vendor.

Spatial Data Visualization: The vendor states that TerrSet provides advanced data visualization capabilities to explore and present geospatial data effectively. It offers various visualization techniques, including thematic mapping, 3D visualization, and interactive charting, to enhance data understanding and communication.

IDRISI GIS Analysis: According to the vendor, TerrSet offers over 300 analytical tools primarily oriented to raster data, allowing users to manipulate geospatial datasets for the exploration of our rapidly changing world.

IDRISI Image Processing: TerrSet provides an extensive set of procedures for image restoration, enhancement, transformation, and classification of remotely sensed imagery, as claimed by the vendor.