Remote Sensing of the Lower Atmosphere: An Introduction [Hardcover]

Graeme L. Stephens (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 21, 1994 | ISBN-10: 0195081889 | ISBN-13: 978-0195081886

This book is an introductory graduate-level text on atmospheric remote sensing. The basic interaction between radiation and the atmosphere is examined, and illustrated with actual sensing examples. The focus is on understanding the interactions rather than on presenting mathematical details. The text also serves to supplement atmospheric radiation topics, placing the technology and its application in the broader perspective of contemporary meteorology and atmospheric science. Each chapter is followed by a series of exercises, and Appendix 2 gives five computer projects designed for classroom applications.

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"An excellent introduction to remote sensing, especially for students who know very little about instrumental techniques"--Darin Toomey, University of California at Irvine

"An intellectually elegant treatment of fundamentals which are often lost in the rush of a rapidly developing and very productive branch of atmospheric science. Clear text, very useful problems and exercises."--Gabor Vali, University of Wyoming

"This text clearly addresses the essence of the problems encountered in atmospheric remote sensing without belaboring the mathematical minutiae. Numerous examples, problems and references are provided that enable the reader to gain a thorough understanding of the subtleties of remote sensing. This is an excellent introduction to remote sensing of the atmosphere."--James A. Weinman, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

"An excellent overview of the remote-sensing field. The treatment is even-handed and his book is well-suited for an introductory course on the subject."--William C. Keene, University of Virginia

"This is a solid treatment of a tricky subject!"--Steve Stadler, Oklahoma State University

"Excellent approach! Stephens provides a global view."--C. Shabica, Northeastern Illinois University

About the Author

Graeme L. Stephens is at Colorado State University.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 544 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA (April 21, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0195081889
• ISBN-13: 978-0195081886
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,174,207 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Introductory book, February 26, 2008

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This review is from: Remote Sensing of the Lower Atmosphere: An Introduction (Hardcover)

I loved this book. The book was an easy read, the explanations were clear, and the topics are quite complete for the beginner/intermediate remote sensing student, which translates to undergraduate to beginning graduate level students. I used this book to study for my oral exam (end of second year qualifier exam) and I felt like I learned so much in even 1 month compared to sitting in lecture for a whole entire quarter. By the way, I passed my oral exam. I haven't finished going through the whole book but for anyone who needs a refresher on remote sensing retrieval methods and a general overview of the topic of remote sensing this book will serve you well.