Exploration of the Solar System by Infrared Remote Sensing (Cambridge Planetary Science Old) [Hardcover]

R. A. Hanel (Author), B. J. Conrath (Author), D. E. Jennings (Author), R. E. Samuelson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 31, 1992 | ISBN-10: 0521326990 | ISBN-13: 978-0521326995

This book describes all aspects of the theory, instrumental techniques and observational results of the remote sensing of objects in our solar system through studies of infrared radiation. The theories of radiative transfer, molecular transfer, molecular spectroscopy and atmospheric physics are first combined to show how it is possible to calculate the infrared spectra of model planetary atmospheres. Next the authors describe the instrumental techniques, in order to assess the effect of real instruments on the measurement of the emerging radiation field. Finally, techniques that allow the retrieval of atmospheric and surface parameters from observations are examined. The book has plenty of examples from ground based and space observations. These demonstrate the methods of finding temperatures, gas compositions and certain parameters of the solid surface. All planets and many of their satellites are discussed, with the exception of Pluto. The presentation will appeal to advanced students and professional planetary science researchers, although some chapters are of wider interest. The authors have drawn on their extensive experience at the NASA-Goddard Space Flight Center to produce a definitive account of what can be learned from infrared studies of our planetary system.

Editorial Reviews

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' ... a very important and very valuable book which should prove valuable to a significant number of readers.' European Association of Remote Sensing Laboratories

' ... this is a very good book for anyone interested in Solar-System infrared astronomy ...' Observatory

'...it is likely that this edition will serve as a standard reference... The layout and presentation of the book are excellent... It has a good selection of figures to amplify the text, all of which are well annotated and easy to understand. ... I expect it will be indispensable in its field for years to come.' The Leading Edge

Book Description

This book describes all aspects of the theory, instrumental techniques and observational results of the remote sensing of objects in our solar system through studies of infrared radiation. The book has plenty of examples from ground based and space observations.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 474 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (July 31, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521326990
• ISBN-13: 978-0521326995
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.8 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,971,853 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)