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- Title: Remote Sensing Geology
- Author: Ravi P. Gupta
- Publisher: Springer
- Pages: 438
The third edition of this esteemed book has been thoroughly revised, expanded, and updated to reflect the latest developments in the field. It covers remote sensing in a wide range of optical, thermal, and microwave wavelengths and their host of geologic applications featuring sample applications from around the globe.
In addition, it presents state-of-the-art content on emerging themes such as atmospheric interactions, spectroscopy, spectral indices, prospectivity modelling, and multi-sensor geodata integration. The material is organized in a clear and coherent manner, establishing it as an excellent introductory resource for individuals who are new to the field of remote sensing. Further, the main part of the book will also be of great value to active researchers.
The third edition of “Remote Sensing Geology” aims to include recent advancements in the field. This update includes important topics like satellite orbits, atmospheric correction, digital elevation models, and GIS-based prospectivity modeling. Each chapter now provides the latest information on remote sensing systems and their geological applications. Feedback from colleagues and reviewers of earlier editions has also been incorporated.
I want to thank Sarvesh Kumar Sharma for his careful work on the soft copy of the manuscript. He made sure it was polished and ready for submission. Additionally, I would like to express my appreciation to Narendra Kumar Varshney for his exceptional talent and skill in creating the drawings that enhance the manuscript, adding significant value to the overall presentation.
I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to my wife, Renu, whose unwavering support and encouragement have been invaluable throughout this journey. Her belief in my abilities and dedication to helping me succeed have provided me with the motivation I needed to push through challenges. I deeply appreciate her patience and understanding during the times when I was completely absorbed in writing the book, often losing track of time and neglecting our usual routines. Renu’s kindness and encouragement kept me grounded, and I could not have accomplished this without her love and support.