Asemapaikat

Asemapaikat is a Finnish term formed from asem- meaning station, base, or post, and paikat meaning places. The expression is not a fixed technical term in all contexts, but it is used as a generic label for the locations of important points within a system, network, or area. The exact meaning depends on the domain being discussed.

In public transport and urban planning, asemapaikat commonly refers to the locations of stations or major stops within a transit network. It can denote where rail, bus, or tram stops are planned or currently situated, and may be used in maps, planning documents, or service schedules to indicate spatial distribution and accessibility of services.

In military or security contexts, asemapaikat can mean the positions of posts, bases, or outposts. The term emphasizes the geographic distribution of fortifications or deployments and is often encountered in strategic planning or historical descriptions of deployments.

In telecommunications, asemapaikat may describe the locations of base stations, cell towers, or other infrastructure used to provide coverage. The term highlights which sites are part of the network layout and how they are spread across an area.

In surveying, mapping, or GIS work, asemapaikat can refer to reference or control points used for measurements and spatial analyses. These points provide anchor locations for accurate mapping and data integration.

Because asemapaikat is context-dependent, it is advisable to clarify its intended meaning within a given document or conversation, especially when switching between transport planning, military, telecommunications, or surveying contexts.

See also: asema, tukiasema, asemakaava, paikkamerkintä.