Introduction to the Physics and Techniques of Remote Sensing (eBook)

Charles Elachi, Jakob J. van Zyl (Autoren)

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2006 | 2. Auflage
584 Seiten
Wiley (Verlag)
978-0-471-78338-1 (ISBN)

Infos

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.

Autor

CHARLES ELACHI, PhD, is Director of NASA's Jet PropulsionLaboratory and Vice President at the California Institute ofTechnology, where he is also Professor of Electrical EngineeringandPlanetary Science. Dr. Elachi is internationally recognized forhis role in the development of a series of spaceborne imagingradars for Earth and planetary observations. JAKOB van ZYL, PhD, is Director for Astronomy and Physicsat the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and a Lecturer in ElectricalEngineering and Geological and Planetary Sciences, CaliforniaInstitute of Technology. Dr. van Zyl is internationally recognizedfor his role in the development of imaging polarimetric radars andthe associated data analysis and interpretation.

Rezensionen

"...upper level classes in applied physics, geology, planetarysciences, natural resource management, and environmental studiesshould consider this textbook for their collection."(E-STREAMS, September 2007)

"...highly favorable...a handy reference for students andprofessionals alike." (Computers & Geosciences, August2007)

"For professionals in the field and for students, where athorough understanding of the physics and mathematics underlyingthe acquisition and analysis of remote sensing data is required,this book satisfies the need well." (Oceanography, December2006)

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 20.7.2006
• Reihe/Serie: Wiley Series in Remote Sensing and Image Processing
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Technik ► Elektrotechnik / Energietechnik
• Schlagworte: Electrical & Electronics Engineering • Elektrotechnik u. Elektronik • Fernerkundung • Remote Sensing
• ISBN-10: 0-471-78338-2 / 0471783382
• ISBN-13: 978-0-471-78338-1 / 9780471783381