Different objects reflect or emit different amounts of energy in different bands of the electromagnetic spectrum. The amount of energy reflected or emitted depends on the properties … See more

Depending on the source of electromagnetic energy, remote sensing can be classified as … See more

Remote sensing platforms can be classified as follows, based on the elevation from the Earth’s surface at which these platforms are placed. Ground level remote sensing Ground lev… See more

In airborne remote sensing, downward or sideward looking sensors mounted on aircrafts are used to obtain images of the earth's surface. Very high spatial resolution images (2… See more

The basic components of an ideal remote sensing system include: Uniform Energy Source which provides energy over all wavelengths, at a constant, known, high level of out… See more