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Hufnagel II

Classifications

pseudocylindric
equal-area

Graticule

Meridians: Complex curves. Central meridian is straight and half the length of the equator.
Parallels: Straight parallel lines.
Poles: Points.
Symmetry: About the central meridian and the equator.

Scale

Correct along the 38°41′N/S parallels.

Distortion

Free of distortion only at 38°41′N/S on the central meridian.

Similar projections

Hyperelliptical in default configuration is quite similar.

Origin

Presented by Herbert Hufnagel, 1989, who devised the base projection to be highly configurable while always yielding equal-area results. Hufnagel detailed many specializations of the base projection. This is one of those specializations, parameterized as follows:.
ψ[max]: 90°.
A: 1/18.
B: –1/18.
Aspect ratio: ½.

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