Winkel II
Description
A pseudo cylindrical projection that averages the coordinates from the equirectangular and Mollweide projections. Developed by Oswald Winkel in 1918.
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Projection method
Pseudo cylindrical. Coordinates are the average of the Mollweide and equirectangular projections. Meridians are equally spaced curves, curving toward the central meridian. The central meridian is a straight line. Parallels are equally spaced straight lines. The length of the poles and the central meridian depends on the standard parallels.
Linear graticules
The parallels and the central meridian.
Properties
Shape
Generally distorted.
Area
Generally distorted.
Direction
Generally distorted.
Distance
Generally, scale is made true along the standard latitudes.
Limitations
Neither conformal nor equal area. Useful only for world maps.
Uses and applications
Developed for use in general world maps.
Parameters
Desktop
- False Easting
- False Northing
- Central Meridian
- Standard Parallel 1
Note:Supported on spheres only.