Satellite Remote Sensing: Past, Present and Future reviews the evolution of Earth remote sensing, from earlier technologies in aerial and satellite remote sensing of the Earth that paved the way for current techniques to current uses and applications. In addition, the book covers future capabilities and research goals. Sections discuss novel applications, interdisciplinary functions, and outline current uses and limitations of various remote sensing technologies, thus putting into context how breakthroughs were made in developments. This is a valuable reference for students, professors of foundational remote sensing courses, and researchers and professionals seeking a wider understanding of remote sensing and its capabilities.
1. Title of Book - p. i 2. Cover image - p. i 3. Title page - p. ii 4. Table of Contents - p. iii 5. Copyright - p. iv 6. Dedication - p. v 7. Preface - p. ix 8. Chapter 1. Early developments in remote measurement systems and aerial photographs - p. 1 9. Chapter 2. Aerial photography through the two World Wars - p. 9 10. Chapter 3. Modern aerial imaging and early space imaging - p. 13 11. Chapter 4. Early satellite remote sensing and the TIROS program - p. 23 12. Chapter 5. Major modern satellite systems, NOAA, Defense Meteorological Satellite Program, and follow-ons - p. 103 13. Chapter 6. Individual satellite programs, Seasat, Nimbus, SeaWIFS and Tropical Rainfall Mapping Mission - p. 161 14. Chapter 7. Geostationary weather satellites and land remote sensing - p. 197 15. Chapter 8. Other major satellite programs - p. 217 16. Chapter 9. Non-US satellite programs - p. 275 17. Chapter 10. Commercial remote sensing - p. 333 18. Chapter 11. Other individual satellite programs - p. 353 19. Chapter 12. The future of Earth remote sensing - p. 359 20. Glossary - p. 371 21. Bibliography - p. 377 22. Index - p. 387
Satellite Remote Sensing: Past, Present and Future reviews the evolution of Earth remote sensing, from earlier technologies in aerial and satellite remote sensing of the Earth that paved the way for current techniques to current uses and applications. In addition, the book covers future capabilities and research goals. Sections discuss novel applications, interdisciplinary functions, and outline current uses and limitations of various remote sensing technologies, thus putting into context how breakthroughs were made in developments. This is a valuable reference for students, professors of foundational remote sensing courses, and researchers and professionals seeking a wider understanding of remote sensing and its capabilities.
1. Title of Book - p. i 2. Cover image - p. i 3. Title page - p. ii 4. Table of Contents - p. iii 5. Copyright - p. iv 6. Dedication - p. v 7. Preface - p. ix 8. Chapter 1. Early developments in remote measurement systems and aerial photographs - p. 1 9. Chapter 2. Aerial photography through the two World Wars - p. 9 10. Chapter 3. Modern aerial imaging and early space imaging - p. 13 11. Chapter 4. Early satellite remote sensing and the TIROS program - p. 23 12. Chapter 5. Major modern satellite systems, NOAA, Defense Meteorological Satellite Program, and follow-ons - p. 103 13. Chapter 6. Individual satellite programs, Seasat, Nimbus, SeaWIFS and Tropical Rainfall Mapping Mission - p. 161 14. Chapter 7. Geostationary weather satellites and land remote sensing - p. 197 15. Chapter 8. Other major satellite programs - p. 217 16. Chapter 9. Non-US satellite programs - p. 275 17. Chapter 10. Commercial remote sensing - p. 333 18. Chapter 11. Other individual satellite programs - p. 353 19. Chapter 12. The future of Earth remote sensing - p. 359 20. Glossary - p. 371 21. Bibliography - p. 377 22. Index - p. 387
