Computer applications in the earth sciences An International Symposium / Компьютерные приложения в науках о Земле. Международный сипозиум

It has been evident for several years that a summary of where we came from, where we are, and where we are going with computer-oriented research was not only desirable but necessary. The application of computers by earth scientists is numerous and the methods have proved of value in problem solving as well as data processing. Many methods unknown or unavailable just a few years ago now are used routinely. An overall appraisal of the methods at this time is deemed more than appropriate. <...>