Radar Remote Sensing of Planetary Surfaces

Erscheinungsjahr 2011
ISBN: 978-0-521-58308-4
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 350 Seiten, Format (B × H): 183 mm x 260 mm, Gewicht: 854 g

This introduction to the use of radar for remote sensing of natural surfaces provides the reader with a thorough grounding in practical applications, focusing particularly on terrestrial studies that may be extended to other planets. An historical overview of the subject is followed by an introduction to the nomenclature and methodology pertaining to radar data collection, image interpretation and surface roughness analysis. The author then presents a summary (illustrated with examples from the natural environment) of theoretical explanations for the backscatter properties of continuous rough surfaces, collections of discrete objects, and layered terrain. Case studies of radar surveys of the Moon, Mercury, Venus and Mars complete the book. The level is appropriate for students and professionals across a broad range of scientific disciplines including Earth and planetary sciences, electrical engineering, and remote sensing. Particular emphasis is given to practical geological and geophysical studies of the terrestrial planets.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Campbell, Bruce A.

Fachgebiete

• Geowissenschaften Geographie | Raumplanung Geodäsie, Kartographie, GIS, Fernerkundung
• Naturwissenschaften Astronomie Sonnensystem: Sonne und Planeten
• Geowissenschaften Geologie Geodäsie, Kartographie, Fernerkundung
• Naturwissenschaften Astronomie Astronomische Beobachtung: Observatorien, Instrumente, Methoden

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Historical overview; 2. Radar scattering terminology; 3. Roughness and dielectic properties; 4. Radar data collection and analysis; 5. Theoretical treatment of scattering by rough surfaces; 6. Radar scattering from continuous rough surfaces; 7. Radar scattering from collections of objects and layered terrain; 8. Planetary radar studies: The Moon, Mercury, and asteroids; 9. Planetary radar studies: Venus and Mars; List of symbols; References.

Über Autor(innen)

Campbell, Bruce A.
Bruce Campbell received a Ph.D. in 1991 from the University of Hawaii for his radar polarization studies of volcanic and impact-cratered terrains on the Moon, Earth, and Venus. He took a position at the Smithsonian Institution's Center for Earth and Planetary Studies in 1992. His research interests include comparative studies of planetary terrains using imaging radar data; high-resolution topographic studies of planetary analogue surfaces; and analysis of scattering, shadowing and emission relationships in radar and visible/IR remote sensing. Dr Campbell also managed the NASA Planetary Instrument Definition and Development Program, which develops advanced spacecraft instruments and new remote sensing technologies, from 1994 to 1996. He became Department Chairman of the Center for Earth and Planetary Studies in 1998.