1.4.3. Remote Sensing (RS)

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is remote sensing?

   Hint

   Think of how satellites gather information.

2. 2.

   Name one platform used in remote sensing.

   Hint

   Which tool captures aerial data?

3. 3.

   What is Remote Sensing?

   • A method of collecting ground data
   • Acquisition of data without physical contact
   • Only used for mapping

   Hint

   Consider how satellites observe Earth.

4. 4.

   True or False: UAVs can only be used for military purposes.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about uses beyond the battlefield.

5. 5.

   You are tasked with a project to monitor vegetation growth over a year. Discuss how you would leverage remote sensing data and which sensors would be optimal for this project.

   Hint

   Think about how different sensors provide various perspectives to monitor growth.

6. 6.

   Discuss the trade-offs of using UAVs for remote sensing compared to satellite imagery.

   Hint

   Consider the scale and detail needed in your analysis.