Remote sensing imagery for natural resources monitoring

About this book

A practical introduction to the use of remote sensing data, this book focuses on the benefits, limitations, and pitfalls involved in the use of this important new tool, employing case studies to clearly demonstrate both principles and practice. This indispensable guidebook includes almost one hundred maps, satellite and aerial photographs, and computer graphics to illustrate the products of remote sensing, as well as a comprehensive glossary of terms and a bibliography with suggestions for further reading.