An introduction to satellite image interpretation / Eric D. Conway and the Maryland Space Grant Consortium.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Conway, Eric D.

Contributor:

Maryland Space Grant Consortium.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Remote sensing.

Physical Description:

xvii, 242 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm + 1 computer optical disc (4 3/4 in.)

Other Title:

Satellite image interpretation

Place of Publication:

Baltimore : Johns Hopkins University Press, [1997]

System Details:

System requirements for accompanying computer disc: Macintosh, Windows 3.1, or Windows 95; minimum 16 MB RAM; 4X CD-ROM drive; at least 10 MB free temporary space on hard disk; Apple QuickTime.

Summary:

Eric D. Conway and the Maryland Space Grant Consortium present a fascinating introduction to the interpretation of satellite imagery, a technology of increasing importance for a wide variety of scientific applications. Prepared in association with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this extensively illustrated text and accompanying CD-ROM offer a thorough overview of the use of satellite technology in Earth and planetary science, weather forecasting, and environmental research.

The book covers the foundations of remote sensing, types of satellites, and the basics of image interpretation. Other topics include geographical applications of satellite imagery, oceanographical applications, and atmospheric science. With a fully indexed glossary, this well-written and thoughtfully presented text is ideal for science teachers, undergraduate and graduate students and professionals working in the field of operational meteorology, and others interested in knowing more about interpreting satellite imagery.

"I read this book from the viewpoint of a professional who spent a good portion of his career working with the interpretation of satellite imagery. The book is excellent and will serve not only the beginning student but the professional meteorologist as well. Students will be able to follow and understand each topic the book presents and professionals will find it helpful in refreshing their memory on various aspects of imagery interpretation. This is a fine book that should be in every scientist's library. It will benefit all who use it". -- Sol Hirsch, Capitol Weather Consultants

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 241-242).

ISBN:

0801855764

0801855772

OCLC:

36187962