Remote Sensing & Geographic Information Systems

When we look at some of the most pressing issues in environmental politics today, it is hard to avoid data technologies. Big data, artificial intelligence, and data dashboards all promise "revolutionary" advances in the speed and scale at which...

The second edition of Geographic Information Systems in Water Resources Engineering, thoroughly revised and updated, presents a comprehensive review of the concepts and applications of GIS in various scenarios from surface water and groundwater to...

Geoinformatics for Geosciences: Advanced Geospatial Analysis using RS, GIS and Soft Computing is a comprehensive guide to the methodologies and techniques that can be used in Earth observation data assessments, geospatial analysis, and soft computing in...

This book provides a comprehensive understanding of how advanced intelligent geospatial technologies are transforming the way we record, register, manage, and use land. It explains the basics of intelligent land administration systems, explores new...

Towhata and coauthors draw on their decades of research and innovation to describe an inexpensive and easy to interpret early warning system for rainfall-induced landslides. This system will enable readers to identify slope collapses before they happen...

This book is focused on a specialized but important subject of coastal and marine ecosystem management based on remote sensing imageries, such as Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) from Sentinel-1, MultiSpectral Instrument (MSI) from Sentinel-2A and Landsat,...

There have been numerous advances in Thermal Infrared Sensor (TIRS), analytical techniques, and applications in recent years. A number of new satellite platforms have launched with TIR capabilities, and others will be ready for launch in the near future...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9789535106517Author Boris Escalante-RamirezFormat HardbackPage Count 530Imprint In TechPublisher In Tech

Utilizing Earth Observation Data in Reaching Sustainable Development Goals explores the transformative potential of Earth observation data through case studies showcasing its pivotal role in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in developing...

Satellite Remote Sensing for Forest and Environmental Monitoring provides a thorough examination of the applications and methods of satellite remote sensing for analyzing and managing forest environments. From forest height mapping to biodiversity...

The fourth edition of this core textbook in advanced remote sensing continues to be the best guide on satellite-based remote sensing tools and methods for space-based Earth observation, and the use of remote sensing satellite data for studying and...

This book facilitates a deeper understanding of the diverse applications of geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing (RS) in land and ocean mapping and surveying across different fields and regions, bringing forward the best practices and...

This unique book investigates the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development through geospatial information lenses, making the case that geospatial information is central to the SDGs and is imperative to understand the place, location, communities, and the...

Every year, works of mapmakers from around the world are selected for the Esri Map Book to demonstrate how geographic information system (GIS) technology helps our governments, businesses, and citizens.Esri Map Book, Volume 40, continues this tradition,...

Earth Observation using Scatterometers: State-of-the-Art Techniques, Applications, and Challenges explores the critical role scatterometers play in addressing natural disasters, climate action, and food security. It provides comprehensive guidance on...

Geospatial Techniques in Climate Change Monitoring and Environmental Mapping: Advances and Applications, Volume Ten delves into the novel methods and applications of remote sensing in climate-change studies. The book begins by exploring climate...

GIS technology and applications have advanced as fast as computing technology to enhance business analytics, predictive modeling, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence. The third edition addresses these new topics of interest to students and...

Carbon Fluxes and Biophysical Variables from Earth Observation: Methods for Ecosystem Assessment transforms the way remote sensing data can be used to approach monitoring of carbon fluxes (CF) and biophysical variables (BV) in ecosystem and global...

Learn how to get better answers in map analysis when you use spatial measurements and statistics.Spatial measurements and statistics give you a powerful way to analyze geospatial data, but you don't need to understand complex mathematical theories to...

Do more with your GIS and understand the foundation of spatial analysis: geographic patterns and relationships.A geographic information system (GIS) enables so much more than mapping. A GIS inherently enables spatial analysis that can give you a better...

As the need for accurate and non-invasive optical characterization and diagnostic techniques is rapidly increasing, it is imperative to find improved ways of extracting the additional information contained within the measured parameters of the scattered...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781522587347Author Moha El-AyachiFormat PaperbackPage Count 302Imprint IGI GlobalPublisher IGI Global

This book contains a selection of refereed papers presented at the 6 Specialist Meeting on Microwave Radiometry and Remote Sensing of the Environment held in Florence, Italy on March 15-18, 1999. Over the last two decades, passive microwave remote...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781613532300Author Graham BrookerFormat PaperbackPage Count 742Imprint SciTech PublishingPublisher SciTech PublishingWeight(grams) 1266gDimensions(mm) 254mm...

Geographic Information Systems, or GIS for short, has gained prominence as remote sensing has become more prominent. It has expanded its reach to fields such as civil engineering, geoscience, forestry, disaster mitigation, ecology and the environment,...

In this new edition of an SPIE bestseller, R. C. Olsen examines the definition and uses of remote sensing from a military perspective. The book discusses the instruments and principles that support a wide range of systems, including optical, thermal,...

Hyperspectral imaging is a cutting-edge method in remote sensing that surpasses the capabilities of multispectral imaging. It employs hundreds of continuous spectral channels to identify materials that are difficult to distinguish with multispectral...

Geographic Information Systems (GIS), which is widely known as GIS, has experienced significant development since the use of remote sensing has become more prevalent. It has established a strong presence in a wide range of fields, including civil...

The current crisis in arid and semi-arid regions is a complex issue that encompasses economic, food, and climate challenges. It is crucial to recognize the interconnectedness of these issues and the missed opportunities in addressing them in a...

The content of the book is of exceptional quality, as it seamlessly transitions from the characterization of biophysical resources and land use systems to the farming systems level, culminating at the catchment or watershed level. The book includes...

Geomorphology is an area of study that focuses on the outer surface of the Earths crust. This field is crucial for understanding the historical and current geological processes that have shaped the Earths surface, as well as the resources and ecosystems...

The current situation in arid and semi-arid regions involves a multifaceted crisis that encompasses economic, food, and climate issues. It is crucial to recognize the interconnectedness of these crises and the missed opportunities that result from...

Remote Sensing and GIS in Peri-Urban Research: Perspectives on Global Change, Sustainability and Resilience, Eleventh Edition provides the most recent methods and techniques, incorporating geoinformatics-based practices to map, evaluate, and model urban...

The Earth functions as a complex system, and existing infrastructure and methodologies are inadequate for addressing many of the problems associated with it. An integrated and innovative approach is necessary to analyze, model, and develop extensive and...

The field of geomorphology is dedicated to the examination of the external landscape and architecture of the Earths crust. This study serves as a testament to both the past and present geomorphic and dynamic activities that have shaped the Earth...

India is widely regarded as one of the worlds most culturally and religiously diverse nations, with numerous deeply religious communities and societies. Each society employs plants in accordance with their own unique beliefs, knowledge, and experiences...

Bio-optical Modeling and Remote Sensing of Inland Waters presents the latest developments, state-of-the-art, and future perspectives of bio-optical modeling for each optically active component of inland waters, providing a broad range of applications of...

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a cutting-edge technology that has proven to be highly effective in addressing developmental challenges. Its extensive use in resource management, environmental issues, and policy decision-making support systems...

Deep Learning for Multi-Sensor Earth Observation addresses the need for transformative Deep Learning techniques to navigate the complexity of multi-sensor data fusion. With insights drawn from the frontiers of remote sensing technology and AI...

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a technology that has proven to be effective in addressing developmental issues. It is widely used across the globe for resource management, environmental issues, and policy decision-making support systems. GIS has...