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ANSI INCITS 61-1986 (R2002)
Geographic Point Locations for Information Interchange, Representation of (formerly ANSI X3.61-1986 (R1997))
This standard is designed to establish uniform formats for geographic point location data. It provides a means for representing these data in digital form for the purpose of interchanging information among data systems and for improving clarity and accuracy in interpersonal communications.
InterNational Committee for Information Technology Standards [incits]