Remote Sensing Data Acquisition, Platforms and Sensor Requirements (original) (raw)

1996, Journal of the Indian Society of Remote Sensing

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This paper examines the evolution of satellite remote sensing, highlighting significant milestones like the launch of TIROS-1 and LANDSAT, which marked the advent of detailed earth observation for resource monitoring. It discusses the advancements in satellite platforms and sensors, such as the IRS series in India, while emphasizing the increasing demand for improved data quality across diverse applications ranging from agriculture to environmental monitoring. A study group was formed to assess user needs and translate these into specific sensor requirements, aiming to bridge gaps in current earth observation capabilities.

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