The azimuthal equidistant projection is a type of map projection that accurately represents distances from a central point by preserving the distances from that point to any other point on the map. Some synonyms for this projection include the polar azimuthal projection, central azimuthal projection, and planar projection. This type of projection is often used in navigation and meteorology, as it accurately displays the distances between two points. Additionally, the azimuthal equidistant projection is commonly used by cartographers to represent both the northern and southern hemispheres, as it allows for a clear view of both poles.