Earth System Monitoring

Author : John Orcutt
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 517 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461456841

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Modern Earth System Monitoring represents a fundamental change in the way scientists study the Earth System. In Oceanography, for the past two centuries, ships have provided the platforms for observing. Expeditions on the continents and Earth’s poles are land-based analogues. Fundamental understanding of current systems, climate, natural hazards, and ecosystems has been greatly advanced. While these approaches have been remarkably successful, the need to establish measurements over time can only be made using Earth observations and observatories with exacting standards and continuous data. The 19 peer-reviewed contributions in this volume provide early insights into this emerging view of Earth in both space and time in which change is a critical component of our growing understanding.

Author : Marco D'Errico
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 682 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781461445418

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Distributed Space Missions for Earth System Monitoring by Marco D'Errico Pdf

This title analyzes distributed Earth observation missions from different perspectives. In particular, the issues arising when the payloads are distributed on different satellites are considered from both the theoretical and practical points of view. Moreover, the problems of designing, measuring, and controlling relative trajectories are thoroughly presented in relation to theory and applicable technologies. Then, the technological challenges to design satellites able to support such missions are tackled. An ample and detailed description of missions and studies complements the book subject.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 6 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Earth sciences
ISBN : UIUC:30112105053992

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Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 18 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Earth sciences
ISBN : UOM:39015047362101

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Author : Marco D&'Errico
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 682 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012-09-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781461445401

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Distributed Space Missions for Earth System Monitoring by Marco D&'Errico Pdf

This title analyzes distributed Earth observation missions from different perspectives. In particular, the issues arising when the payloads are distributed on different satellites are considered from both the theoretical and practical points of view. Moreover, the problems of designing, measuring, and controlling relative trajectories are thoroughly presented in relation to theory and applicable technologies. Then, the technological challenges to design satellites able to support such missions are tackled. An ample and detailed description of missions and studies complements the book subject.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Earth sciences
ISBN : OSU:32435064428964

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Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Atmospheric Sciences and Climate,Committee on Indicators for Understanding Global Climate Change
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2010-10-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309163286

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Monitoring Climate Change Impacts by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Atmospheric Sciences and Climate,Committee on Indicators for Understanding Global Climate Change Pdf

The stresses associated with climate change are expected to be felt keenly as human population grows to a projected 9 billion by the middle of this century, increasing the demand for resources and supporting infrastructure. Therefore, information to assess vulnerabilities to climate change is needed to support policies and investments designed to increase resilience in human and Earth systems. There are currently many observing systems that capture elements of how climate is changing, for example, direct measurements of atmospheric and ocean temperature. Although those measurements are essential for understanding the scale and nature of climate change, they do not necessarily provide information about the impacts of climate change on humans that are especially relevant for political and economic planning and decision making. Monitoring Climate Change Impacts tackles the challenge of developing an illustrative suite of indicators, measurements (and the locations around the globe where the measurements can be applied), and metrics that are important for understanding global climate change and providing insight into environmental sustainability. Eight panels provided input on: cryosphere, land-surface and terrestrial ecosystems, hydrology and water resources, atmosphere, human health and other dimensions, oceans (both physical and biological/chemical), and natural disasters. The book also provides an illustrative set of metrics that are likely to be affected by climate change over the next 20-25 years and, when taken together, can potentially give advance warning of climate-related changes to the human and environment systems.

Author : Heiko Balzter
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2017-03-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781118793732

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Earth Observation for Land and Emergency Monitoring by Heiko Balzter Pdf

Earth Observation Science (EOS) is the study of the global Earth land-ocean-atmosphere system through observations. The principal tools for such studies are measurements from space since these provide the coverage of the planet that is necessary to capture the behaviour of the entire coupled system. In addition, surface observations, and measurements from aircraft, balloons and sounding rockets provide valuable contributors to what are now termed "integrated, global observing systems.” Coupled with models, the EOS measurement suites provide powerful tools for research into the factors controlling and changing the Earth system in which we live. The objectives of this book are to describe new methods and applications of satellite technology in the fields of land and emergency monitoring. It draws on new research outcomes from the European FP7 project GIONET (European Centre of Excellence in Earth Observation Research Training). GIONET combines industrial partners with universities and research institutes, and this book provides a perspective on Earth Observation applications that is motivated by the cross-fertilisation of both sectors. Hence, this book will find readers in both industry and academia. This book highlights a broad range of innovative uses of Earth Observation technology to support environmental management, decision making, crisis management and climate policies. It uses advanced concepts of multi-sensor image integration, multi-temporal analysis and synergies between data and models. This is a truly interdisciplinary subject that encompasses a range of applications in various fields which are discussed in detail throughout the text. If you are interested in remote sensing applications and looking for inspiration, this is the book for you.

Author : Emilio Chuvieco
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2007-10-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781402063589

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Earth Observation of Global Change by Emilio Chuvieco Pdf

Global Change is increasingly considered a critical topic in environmental research. Remote sensing methods provide a useful tool to monitor global variables, since they provide a systematic coverage of the Earth’s surface, at different spatial, spectral and temporal resolutions. This book offers an analysis of the leading missions in global Earth observation, and reviews the main fields in which remote sensing methods are providing vital data for global change studies.

Author : Nicolas R. Dalezios
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2021-05-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781351680660

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Remote Sensing Applications in Environmental and Earth System Sciences by Nicolas R. Dalezios Pdf

Remote Sensing Applications in Environmental and Earth System Sciences is a contemporary, multi-disciplinary, multi-scaling, updated, and upgraded approach of applied remote sensing in the environment. The book begins with an overview of remote sensing technology, and then explains the types of data that can be used as well as the image processing and analysis methods that can be applied to each type of application through the use of case studies throughout. Includes a wide spectrum of environmental applications and issues Explains methodological image analysis and interpretation procedures for conducting a variety of environmental analyses Discusses the development of early warning systems Covers monitoring of the environment as a whole – atmosphere, land, and water Explores the latest remote sensing systems in environmental applications This book is an excellent resource for anyone who is interested in remote sensing technologies and their use in Earth systems, natural resources, and environmental science.

Author : Frederic Achard,Matthew C. Hansen
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781466552029

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Global Forest Monitoring from Earth Observation by Frederic Achard,Matthew C. Hansen Pdf

Covering recent developments in satellite observation data undertaken for monitoring forest areas from global to national levels, this book highlights operational tools and systems for monitoring forest ecosystems. It also tackles the technical issues surrounding the ability to produce accurate and consistent estimates of forest area changes, which are needed to report greenhouse gas emissions and removals from land use changes. Written by leading global experts in the field, this book offers a launch point for future advances in satellite-based monitoring of global forest resources. It gives readers a deeper understanding of monitoring methods and shows how state-of-art technologies may soon provide key data for creating more balanced policies.

Author : Herbert J. Kramer
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 601 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783662090381

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Observation of the Earth and its Environment by Herbert J. Kramer Pdf

The following listing represents a survey and a short description of 'Earth Observing Mis sions' in alphabetical order. The listing in Part A considers completed-, operational-as well as planned missions on an international scale (Earth observations from space know no na tional boundaries). A look into past activities is important for reasons of heritage, context and of perspective. The document is intended for all who want to keep track of missions and sensors in the fast -growing field of Earth observations. There cannot be any claim to com pleteness, although a considerable effort was made to collect and integrate all known mis sions and sensors into this book. Earth observation by remote sensing changes our view and perception of the world. We be gin to realize the global character of remote sensing, its multidimensional and complemen tary nature, its vast potential to many disciplines, its importance to mankind as a whole. Re mote sensing permits for the first time in history a total system view of the Earth. The view from space toward Earth has brought about sweeping revisions in the Earth sciences, in par ticular in such fields as meteorology, oceanology, hydrology, geology, geography, forestry, agriculture, geodynamics, solar-terrestrial interactions, and many others.

Author : Sarah E. Cornell,I. Colin Prentice,Joanna I. House,Catherine J. Downy
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2012-08-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139560542

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Understanding the Earth System by Sarah E. Cornell,I. Colin Prentice,Joanna I. House,Catherine J. Downy Pdf

Explaining the what, the how and the why of climate science, this multidisciplinary new book provides a review of research from the last decade, illustrated with cutting-edge data and observations. A key focus is the development of analysis tools that can be used to demonstrate options for mitigating and adapting to increasing climate risks. Emphasis is given to the importance of Earth system feedback mechanisms and the role of the biosphere. The book explains advances in modelling, process understanding and observations, and the development of consistent and coherent studies of past, present and 'possible' climates. This highly illustrated, data-rich book is written by leading scientists involved in QUEST, a major UK-led research programme. It forms a concise and up-to-date reference for academic researchers or students in the fields of climatology, Earth system science and ecology, and also a vital resource for professionals and policymakers working on any aspect of global change.

Author : Guergana Guerova,Tzvetan Simeonov
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2021-09-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128191521

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Global Navigation Satellite System Monitoring of the Atmosphere by Guergana Guerova,Tzvetan Simeonov Pdf

Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) monitoring of the atmosphere is an interdisciplinary topic: a collaboration between geodetic and atmospheric communities. As such, this topic requires sufficient basic knowledge about both GNSS and the atmosphere. Global Navigation Satellite System Monitoring of the Atmosphere begins by introducing GNSS, its components, and signals. It then explains the basics of the atmosphere, starting from the ionosphere to the troposphere. The GNSS tropospheric monitoring is separated for application in numerical weather prediction and nowcasting. Further chapters focus on the application of GNSS for monitoring the climate as well as soil moisture. Finally, the book concludes by discussing GNSS processing along with introducing the latest developments and applications for using atmospheric data to provide precise real-time GNSS products. Explains the basics of GNSS positioning and signals Includes the state of the art in GNSS observations of the atmosphere and hydrosphere Presents the basics of numerical weather prediction and analysis

Author : Jean-Christophe Calvet,Patricia De Rosnay,Stephen G. Penny
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2019-11-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783039216406

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Assimilation of Remote Sensing Data into Earth System Models by Jean-Christophe Calvet,Patricia De Rosnay,Stephen G. Penny Pdf

In the Earth sciences, a transition is currently occurring in multiple fields towards an integrated Earth system approach, with applications including numerical weather prediction, hydrological forecasting, climate impact studies, ocean dynamics estimation and monitoring, and carbon cycle monitoring. These approaches rely on coupled modeling techniques using Earth system models that account for an increased level of complexity of the processes and interactions between atmosphere, ocean, sea ice, and terrestrial surfaces. A crucial component of Earth system approaches is the development of coupled data assimilation of satellite observations to ensure consistent initialization at the interface between the different subsystems. Going towards strongly coupled data assimilation involving all Earth system components is a subject of active research. A lot of progress is being made in the ocean–atmosphere domain, but also over land. As atmospheric models now tend to address subkilometric scales, assimilating high spatial resolution satellite data in the land surface models used in atmospheric models is critical. This evolution is also challenging for hydrological modeling. This book gathers papers reporting research on various aspects of coupled data assimilation in Earth system models. It includes contributions presenting recent progress in ocean–atmosphere, land–atmosphere, and soil–vegetation data assimilation.