5.15.5. Hyperspectral images

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is hyperspectral imaging?

   Hint

   Think about how it captures data.

2. 2.

   What is an image cube?

   Hint

   It’s related to the structure of hyperspectral data.

3. 3.

   What distinguishes hyperspectral imaging from multispectral?

   • Fewer bands
   • Wider bands
   • More bands

   Hint

   Consider the number of bands used.

4. 4.

   True or False: An image cube includes two spatial dimensions and one spectral dimension.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the dimensions involved.

5. 5.

   Design a project utilizing hyperspectral imaging for environmental monitoring. Consider the specifics like target areas, expected outcomes, and potential challenges.

   Hint

   Think about the environmental parameters that can be monitored.

6. 6.

   Analyze the spectral data from a hyperspectral sensor and outline the steps needed to identify a specific mineral.

   Hint

   Consider the sequence of processing steps involved.