An Introduction to Satellite Image Interpretation

By: Eric D. Conway

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Paperback | 14 July 1997

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A fascinating introduction to the interpretation of satellite imagery--CD ROM included.

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, the types of satellites, and the basics of satellite image interpretation. Other topics include geographical, oceanographical applications, and atmospheric science applications of satellite imagery. With a fully indexed glossary, this well-written and thoughtfully presented text is ideal for science teachers, undergraduate and graduate students, professionals working in the field of operational meteorology, and others interested in knowing more about interpreting satellite imagery. The accompanying CD-ROM of satellite images enables the user to zoom in on many images (some of which appear in color), use overlays to identify important elements in the satellite image, and keep a notes file. The program requires a Macintosh, Windows, or Windows 95 operating system.

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Non-Fiction Earth Sciences, Geography, Environment, Planning Geography Geographical Information Systems GIS & Remote Sensing Earth Sciences Meteorology & Climatology Science Science in General Engineering & Technology Electronics & Communications Engineering Communications Engineering & Telecommunications Satellite Communication

Astronomy, Space & Time

List of Figures and Tables
Preface
Acknowledgments
Foundations of Remote Sensing	p. 1
The Satellites	p. 9
The Basics of Image Interpretation	p. 26
Geographical Applications of Satellite Imagery	p. 43
The Atmosphere	p. 55
Identifying Cloud Types in Satellite Imagery	p. 66
Determining Wind Direction from Satellite Imagery	p. 84
Global Circulation	p. 101
Jet Streams	p. 108
Synoptic-Scale Storm Development	p. 124
Thunderstorm and Severe Weather Forecasting	p. 145
Tropical Cyclones	p. 183
Monitoring Air Quality	p. 195
Oceanography	p. 203
Conversions and Constants	p. 225
Internet Resources for Satellite Imagery	p. 226
Glossary	p. 228
References	p. 239
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