on October 18, 2023
Converting Mol/m² to Total Mass: Practical Methods for Earth Science and Satellite Applications
SatellitesGetting Started In the field of Earth science, satellite observations play a crucial role in understanding various atmospheric and surface processes. One of the key measurements obtained from satellites is the column density of various atmospheric constituents, such as gases or aerosols. These measurements are often expressed in units of mol/m^2, which represents the number
on August 15, 2023
Examining the Impact of Satellites on Solar Radiation: Unveiling Earth’s Energy Balance
SatellitesDo Satellites Reduce the Amount of Solar Radiation Reaching the Earth? 1. Understanding the Role of Satellites in the Earth’s Energy Balance One of the main concerns about the use of satellites is whether they affect the amount of solar radiation reaching the Earth’s surface. To answer this question, it is important to understand the
on June 3, 2023
Pansharpening Landsat 8 Imagery for Enhanced Satellite-Based Earth Observation
SatellitesSatellite Earth observation has revolutionized the way we study and understand our planet. The Landsat program, launched in the 1970s, has been a major contributor to this field, providing a wealth of multispectral data that has been used for a wide range of applications. With the launch of Landsat 8 in 2013, the quality of
on June 2, 2023
Exploring the Gap: Why Don’t We Have Live Update Satellites for Monitoring Skin Temperature?
SatellitesSkin temperature is an important physiological parameter for monitoring human and animal health and for understanding ecosystem behavior. Infrared thermography is a widely used method for measuring skin temperature, but it has limitations in terms of spatial and temporal resolution. Satellites offer a potential solution to this problem, as they can continuously monitor large areas.
on June 2, 2023
Comparing the Commercialization and Precision of US and EU Weather Satellites
SatellitesWeather satellites have been instrumental in monitoring weather patterns and forecasting weather conditions accurately and in real time. The United States and the European Union have been at the forefront of weather satellite development and deployment. Both regions have their own unique set of satellites with varying degrees of commercialization and precision. This article compares