Remote sensing and GIS applications in earth and environmental systems sciences

• Published in: SN applied sciences Vol. 3; no. 12; pp. 870 - 3
• Main Authors: Chaminé, Helder I., Pereira, Alcides J. S. C., Teodoro, Ana C., Teixeira, José
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 01-12-2021; Springer Nature B.V; Springer
• Subjects: Airborne sensing; Applied and Technical Physics; Bibliometrics; Biological properties; Case studies; Chemistry/Food Science; Earth; Earth Sciences; Editorial; Engineering; Environment; Environment models; Environmental science; Field study; Geographic information systems; Geological mapping; Geology; Geomorphology; Groundwater; Hydrology; Mapping; Materials Science; Radiation; Remote sensing; Remote sensors; Satellites; Scientific visualization; Sensors; Spatial analysis; Spatial data; Unmanned aerial vehicles; Urban planning; Water management
• ISSN: 2523-3963; 2523-3971
• DOI: 10.1007/s42452-021-04855-3

Remote sensing techniques use satellite and or airborne sensors to collect information about a given object or area. [...]they depend on their physical, chemical, biological and or geological properties. In the applied sciences, coupling remote sensing and GIS-based mapping are helpful for data visualisation, spatial analysis, and a better understanding of the functioning of the earth, water and environmental systems. [...]GIS and remote sensing played a crucial role in research and practice, with several applications for spatial data, geovisualisation and modelling in earth and environmental sciences. [...]the TC includes several model regions that shape the spectrum of the theme, mainly in Asia (India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Mongolia), the Middle East (Turkey, Iraq, Iran), Africa (Nigeria, Ghana), America (USA, Brazil), and Europe (Portugal). [...]the TC is of interest to all researchers and practitioners in geomatic engineering, applied geosciences, water management, hydrologic engineering, urban planning and natural hazards.