The science and engineering of remote sensing--theory and
applications
The Second Edition of this authoritative book offers readers the
essential science and engineering foundation needed to understand
remote sensing and apply it in real-world situations. Thoroughly
updated to reflect the tremendous technological leaps made since
the publication of the first edition, this book covers the gamut of
knowledge and skills needed to work in this dynamic field,
including:
* Physics involved in wave-matter interaction, the building blocks
for interpreting data
* Techniques used to collect data
* Remote sensing applications
The authors have carefully structured and organized the book to
introduce readers to the basics, and then move on to more advanced
applications. Following an introduction, Chapter 2 sets forth the
basic properties of electromagnetic waves and their interactions
with matter. Chapters 3 through 7 cover the use of remote sensing
in solid surface studies, including oceans. Each chapter covers one
major part of the electromagnetic spectrum (e.g., visible/near
infrared, thermal infrared, passive microwave, and active
microwave).
Chapters 8 through 12 then cover remote sensing in the study of
atmospheres and ionospheres. Each chapter first presents the basic
interaction mechanism, followed by techniques to acquire, measure,
and study the information, or waves, emanating from the medium
under investigation. In most cases, a specific advanced sensor is
used for illustration.
The book is generously illustrated with fifty percent new figures.
Numerous illustrations are reproduced in a separate section of
color plates. Examples of data acquired from spaceborne sensors are
included throughout. Finally, a set of exercises, along with a
solutions manual, is provided.
This book is based on an upper-level undergraduate and first-year
graduate course taught by the authors at the California Institute
of Technology. Because of the multidisciplinary nature of the field
and its applications, it is appropriate for students in electrical
engineering, applied physics, geology, planetary science,
astronomy, and aeronautics. It is also recommended for any engineer
or scientist interested in working in this exciting field.
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