Satellite images are now essential resources that provide a plethora of data and insights in a variety of fields where these satellite-orbiting photographs offer a distinctive viewpoint of the Earth’s surface, facilitating the analysis, interpretation and extraction of important spatial data by experts in the GIS sector. How does Satellite Imaging Work? Satellite imaging is… Continue reading What Are Satellite Images Used For?
The use of satellite images has become a fundamental tool for geographers transforming their perception, analysis and comprehension of the planet’s surface and many uses beyond standard mapping have resulted from the combination of remote sensing and GIS. Remote Sensing: A Symbiotic Relationship Understanding the mutually beneficial link between remote sensing and GIS is essential… Continue reading Uses of Satellite Images in Geography
In the field of Geographic Information Systems, satellite imagery has emerged as a vital tool, providing a multitude of data for a wide range of applications starting from urban planning to environmental monitoring where the visible or non-visual data that Earth observation satellites collect while orbiting the Earth is referred to as satellite imagery and… Continue reading Types of Satellite Imagery
The study of obtaining geometric information from photos is the fundamental component of photogrammetry where it builds precise and comprehensive three-dimensional models of objects or landscapes by applying the principles of perspective and triangulation. To analyze and extract spatial information from these overlapping photos, specialist software must first be used to capture the images from… Continue reading Photogrammetry
Satellite imagery provides an aerial perspective of the Earth’s surface and is a fundamental component of GIS where these photos are obtained by satellites with sophisticated sensors that can record information at different wavelengths. Different forms of imaging such as panchromatic, multispectral and hyperspectral are categorized to meet different analytical purposes. The capacity to gather,… Continue reading Importance of Satellite Images
The term “satellite imagery” describes the non-visual or visible data gathered by Earth observation satellites as they orbit the planet and with the use of sensors that record electromagnetic radiation at visible, infrared and microwave wavelengths, these satellites can provide a thorough picture of the surface of the planet. The main objective of obtaining satellite… Continue reading Applications of Satellite Imagery
There has been an exponential increase in the need for reliable and high-resolution satellite images in the dynamic Geographic Information Systems field and with its cutting-edge capabilities for Earth observation, MAXAR a major player in the satellite imagery market has made a name for itself. The technical nuances of MAXAR imagery are explored in this… Continue reading MAXAR Imagery
In an ever-evolving world, the ability to monitor and analyze changes across various domains is of paramount importance. From tracking environmental transformations to managing urban growth and responding swiftly to disasters, change detection plays a crucial role, and its significance lies in its capacity to uncover shifts, trends, and anomalies that offer critical insights for… Continue reading Change Detection: Uncovering Transformations Through High-Resolution Satellite Imagery
In today’s digital age, the realm of creative possibilities knows no bounds. It’s a time when innovation and imagination harmonize to fashion real-like virtual worlds that blur the lines between fiction and reality. One such captivating realm is that of 3D landscapes, where a mere glance at the screen transports you to breathtaking natural vistas,… Continue reading Unveiling the World of 3D Landscapes: Creating Realism Digitally
Uber will soon deploy DigitalGlobe`s high-resolution imagery to improve its pickup and drop facilities. DG has entered into a multiyear global partnership with Uber to supply the company with high-resolution satellite imagery. Over the past few years transportation app like Uber has revolutionized the cab experience, making the experience as simple and comforting as possible.… Continue reading DigitalGlobe joins hands with Uber
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