An approach of successive symbol adaptation

Because of the needs for global cartographic communication as well as individual expression in maps their symbolization should fit opposite goals at the same time. To bridge this polarity the development of an adaptive symbol system is proposed. In this paper the authors deal with the conceptual models for such a system. The described considerations cover general concepts about adaptive symbol systems, adaptive symbol systems design as well as adaptive symbol design. The influence of standardization and individualization on adaptation is also addressed. Further the conceptual model for adaptive symbol design is discussed in detail. The design methodologies and procedures for a geographical object are introduced and the structure of an adaptive symbol system is explained in particular.