The second edition of "Image Interpretation in Geology" has been fully rewritten to take account of recent advances in geographic information systems (GIS) and digital image processing. The basic physical principles of remote sensing and how they are applied in acquiring image data from aircraft and satellites are described in detail and are then related to the relevant physiology and psychology of human vision. From here, images from different climate zones of minerals, the rocks and soils that they make up, common geological structures and geologically controlled vegetation are analyzed using the basic mathematical principles of digital processing and GIS. In particular, the second edition: covers all aspects of remote sensing in geology without requiring sophisticated use of mathematics; includes a new chapter on applications; gives guidelines for the use of remote sensing and GIS; and is illustrated by a comprehensive selection of outstanding half-tone, stereoscopic and colour images. This comprehensive text should serve the needs of intermediate and advanced geology and environmental science undergraduates on aerial photograph interpretation and remote sensing courses. It is also suitable for postgraduates and professional geologists involved in digital image processing, GIS and geological mapping.
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Drury has accomplished a very comprehensive, yet understandable book. It focuses on satellite interpretation, especially on the Landsat series and holds many useful hints for the interpreter as well as background information of all systems like radar, Landsat TM or photography.The book is a how to guide for getting the most out of your remote sensing pictures without being a computer course. The chapter about interpretation of features in Geology is rather short, yet informative. With the affordable price and the easy-to-read attitude it's a must buy for interested geologists.
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You do not need to know a great deal about the physics of generation and propagation of radiation to begin interpreting remotely sensed data. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
International Journal of Remote Sensing, Remote Sensing of Environment, Geological Survey, New York, American Society of Photogrammetry, Falls Church, American Association of Petroleum Geologists, Space Shuttle, Geological Society of America Bulletin, Open University, Red Sea Hills, Geological Magazine, Large Format Camera, South India, Courtesy of Anne, European Space Agency, Right of Canada, Band Range, Modern Geology, Mojave Desert, Saudi Arabia, Canadian Shield, Data Center, Dave Rothery, International Symposium New!
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You do not need to know a great deal about the physics of generation and propagation of radiation to begin interpreting remotely sensed data. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
International Journal of Remote Sensing, Remote Sensing of Environment, Geological Survey, New York, American Society of Photogrammetry, Falls Church, American Association of Petroleum Geologists, Space Shuttle, Geological Society of America Bulletin, Open University, Red Sea Hills, Geological Magazine, Large Format Camera, South India, Courtesy of Anne, European Space Agency, Right of Canada, Band Range, Modern Geology, Mojave Desert, Saudi Arabia, Canadian Shield, Data Center, Dave Rothery, International Symposium New!
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- Manual of remote sensing by Robert N. Colwell on 7 pages
- Remote Sensing: Symposium Proceedings by G. K. C. Pardoe on 7 pages
- Remote Sensing in Geology by Barry S. Siegal on 4 pages
- Remote Sensing (Geophysics Reprint Series No. 3) by Ken Watson in Front Matter, page 194, and page 195
- Remote Sensing (Survey report) by Richrd R. Miller in Front Matter, and page 121
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- Remote Sensing for Geologists: A Guide to Image Interpretation by Gary L. Prost on 4 pages
- Introductory Remote Sensing Principles and Concepts by Paul Gibson on page 57, page 150, and Back Matter
- Geological Methods in Mineral Exploration and Mining by Roger Marjoribanks in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Introductory Remote Sensing Digital Image Processing and Applications by Paul Gibson on page 7, and Back Matter
- Practical Handbook on Image Processing for Scientific and Technical Applications, Second Edition by Bernd Jahne on page 116, and Back Matter
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