Rdz

Rdz refers to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard designation for a geographic nowhere.

In geographical terms, nowhere is a location or place that does not exist or is unspecified. The term "rdz" represents this concept in a codified manner, reflecting the designation's experimental or hypothetical nature.

Rdz was initially considered by the ISO for the purpose of mapping and cataloging geographical locations that do not fit within the typical conventions of place naming. However, the standard ultimately did not lead to a widely adopted or recognized designation for nowhere. The designation itself remains a function of designation, referencing the abstract and intangible concept of a defined location with no physical existence.

Furthermore, the use of "rdz" might apply to fictional, upcoming, or under-defined geographical entities, which may or may not have practical applications. While "rdz" may not hold significant relevance or impact in mainstream geographical or scientific inquiry, it is an intriguing observation into how various designations are developed for places that do not conform to traditional geographical or scientific conventions.

International consultations and discussions took place to evaluate "rdz". In response to emerging applications and some interest, specific possibilities for mapping places such as blank spaces have flourished overseas.