Projections when using google maps and rest service on openlayers

Can I use Google Maps with Openlayers?

Unlike Bing Google does not allow its map tiles to be used directly in Openlayers, and you can’t use OpenLayers code in the Google maps API so you would need to rewrite much of it. However, it is possible to use javascript to place an Openlayers map and controls on top of a Google map.
 

What projection is used for Google Maps?

Google Maps and Microsoft Virtual Earth use a Mercator projection based on the World Geodetic System (WGS) 1984 geographic coordinate system (datum). This Mercator projection supports spheres only, unlike the ESRI Mercator implementation, which supports spheres and ellipsoids.

Why does Google Maps use Mercator projection?

A Google employee explained in 2009 that the company used a Mercator map because it helped preserve angles of roads: “The first launch of Maps actually did not use Mercator, and streets in high latitude places like Stockholm did not meet at right angles on the map the way they do in reality.”
 

Is Google Earth using WGS84?

The Google Earth map supports WGS-84 geodetic coordinates.

Is Google Maps better than OpenStreetMap?

Google Map has more coverage as compared to OpenStreetMap in many countries, which makes it the leading map in many countries like the United States and Japan. OpenStreetMap has a lower coverage, but the user can edit to include the places. Google Map has detailed coverage up to the smallest streets.
 

What are some limitations to using Google My maps?

Google My Maps Limitations

• You can only add 10 layers per map. If you are planning a longer road trip and want to create a layer for each day, this limitation may prove frustrating.
• No bridge height filter.
• Directions layers can’t be accessed on your phone for navigation purposes.
• (Sort of) not available offline.

What are the 4 main types of map projections?

The four main types of map projections are conformal projection, equal-area projection, equidistant projection, and true direction projection, also called equal-angle projection.
 

What are the 3 main map projections?

These are based on the types of geometric shapes that are used to transfer features from a sphere or spheroid to a plane. Map projections are based on developable surfaces, and the three traditional families consist of cylinders, cones, and planes.

What is the best projection for navigation?

the Mercator projection

The most popular projection is the Mercator projection. The Mercator projection was created in 1569 by Gerardus Mercator for navigational purposes and became popular because it shows relative sizes accurately and is useful for navigation.

Does Google Maps use OpenStreetMap data?

They all use the same source of geospatial data: OpenStreetMap, a free, open-source online mapping service akin to Google Maps or Apple Maps.
 

Can you integrate with Google Maps?

Whether a static or interactive map, mobile or browser-based, with the Google Maps Platform you can integrate customizable maps into shops, websites, apps, and business software.

Can you still use Google Maps with a VPN?

A VPN on its own won’t change your GPS location. HTML5 Geolocation – Websites can obtain your location through a combination of GPS, nearby cell towers, and Wi-Fi networks. Google offers the most popular HTML5 geolocation API. Again, a VPN won’t hide you.