Children: Geodesy
Vincenty's formulae are a set of mathematical formulas used to calculate the distance between two points on the surface of an ellipsoidal model of the Earth, which takes into account the Earth's flattening and provides more accurate results than simpler spherical formulas. They are particularly useful for geodesic calculations in geodesy, cartography, and navigation.
A virtual globe is a three-dimensional computer-generated representation of Earth that allows users to visually explore geographic data and information. It typically provides a detailed view of the planet's surface, including terrain, bodies of water, political boundaries, and geographic features such as mountains and valleys. Virtual globes can also include layers of data that can be toggled on or off, displaying various information such as satellite imagery, weather patterns, population density, and more.
The World Geodetic System (WGS) is a global reference system that provides a framework for geospatial data and mapping. The most widely used version is the WGS 84 (World Geodetic System 1984), which is employed by the Global Positioning System (GPS) and serves as a standard for cartography, geodesy, and navigation.