Earth Observation for Flood Applications

Earth Observation for Flood Applications
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Publisher : Elsevier
Total Pages : 388
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ISBN-10 : 9780128194133
ISBN-13 : 0128194138
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Book Synopsis Earth Observation for Flood Applications by : Guy J-P. Schumann

Download or read book Earth Observation for Flood Applications written by Guy J-P. Schumann and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2021-05-21 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Earth Observation for Flood Applications: Progress and Perspectives describes the latest scientific advances in Earth Observation. With recent floods around the world becoming ever more devastating, there is a need for better science enabling more effective solutions at a fast pace. This book aims at stretching from the current flood mapping to diverse real data so as to estimate the flood risk and damage. Earth Observation for Flood Applications: Progress and Perspectives includes three parts containing each a separate but complementary topic area under floods. Each chapter unfolds various applications, case studies, and illustrative graphics. In terms of flood mapping and monitoring, the usage of multi-sensor satellite data, web-services information, microwave remote sensing methods are discussed in depth. So, this book is a valuable resource for scientists, researchers, and students in the area of earth observation. - Focuses in on one specific application field of Earth Observation - Brings the latest scientific advances and perspectives from experts around the world - Includes extensive figures, tables, and case studies to illustrate real-life applications


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