Author Description

Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) deals with mapping technology, concepts of maps and all relevant terminology which are necessary for a beginner to develop his skills in this new and upcoming technology. This book provides basic principles and techniques of remote sensing, microwave remote sensing, remote sensing platforms & sensors and data analysis techniques. Further, the book deals with GIS data quality issues, GIS data analysis & modelling, attribute data management, GIS data input & editing and integration & linkage of Remote Sensing and GIS.Salient FeaturesThoroughly revised and new topics incorporatedDetailed procedure for photo interpretation, 3-D interpretation method, application of aerial photo interpretation providedKey elements of visual image interpretation techniques are discussed in detailA new methodology to create Digital Information System based on GIS concept using Remote Sensing Data, topographical data, field data and other collateral data products, developed by the author is introduced