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Author Srivistava, G. S., author

Title An introduction to geoinformatics / G.S. Srivastava
Published New Delhi : McGraw Hill Education (India), 2014

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Description 1 online resource (xviii, 278 pages) : illustrations (some color)
Series McGraw-Hill professional
McGraw Hill professional.
Contents A. Dedication -- B. Preface -- C. Foreword -- D. Foreword -- E. Acknowledgements -- F. About the author -- A. Part i: photogrammetry -- 1. Aerial photograph -- Introduction -- Types of photographs -- Geometry of aerial photographs -- Image displacements -- Comparison of aerial photograph and map -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 2. Aerial photography -- Introduction -- Specifications for aerial photography -- Planning of photographic flights -- Execution of flight -- Aerial cameras -- Aerial films -- Completion of photographic task -- Production of positive copies -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 3. Stereoscopic vision -- Introduction -- Binocular observation -- Separation of stereoscopic pair -- Types of stereoscope -- Measurements of height from photographs -- Stereo model -- Model deformation -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 4. Radial line methods and map compilation -- Introduction -- Graphical radial triangulation -- Mechanical radial triangulation -- Map compilation by graphical method -- Radial line plotter -- Accuracy of radial line method -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 5. Aerial mosaics -- Introduction -- Planning for mosaics -- Mosaic compilation -- Annotation and reproduction -- Choice of methods -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- B. Part ii: remote sensing -- 6. Basic concepts -- Introduction -- Interaction of emr with atmosphere -- Interaction of emr with earth's surface -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 7. Data acquisition system -- Sensors -- Platforms -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 8. Multispectral remote sensing -- Multispectral photography -- Multispectral scanning -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 9. Remote sensing in thermal infrared region -- Emissivity -- Thermal infrared sensors -- Characteristics of thermal images -- Applications -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 10. Remote sensing in microwave region -- Passive system -- Active system -- Satellite radar systems -- Radar image characteristics -- Radar image interpretation -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 11. Satellite remote sensing -- Introduction -- Landsat -- Irs and other satellites -- Annexure-1 -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 12. Satellite image interpretation -- Visual interpretation -- Digital image processing -- Applications of satellite imagery -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- C. Part iii: global positioning system -- 13. Map -- Introduction -- Map numbering -- Rectangular grid system -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 14. Map projection -- Introduction -- Classification of map projections -- Some useful projections -- Georeferencing -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 15. Global positioning system -- Introduction -- Components of gps -- Operational principle -- Facts and limitations of gps -- Gps receivers -- Total station surveys -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 16. Differential gps -- Introduction -- Dgps concepts -- Types of dgps -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 17. Gps applications -- Areas of application -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- D. Part iv: geographical information system -- 18. Database management system -- Introduction -- Database management system (dbms) -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions -- 19. Geographical information system -- Gis concept -- Components -- Spatial data representation -- Relationships of spatial objects -- Gis functions -- Remote sensing and gis -- Gis applications and status in india -- Suggestions for further reading -- Frequently asked questions
Summary "Geoinformatics is the integration of different disciplines dealing with spatial information. The advent of Satellite Remote Sensing and subsequent development of Global Positioning System (GPS) and Geographical Information System (GIS) have made significant changes in surveying and map making. In light of this, both in the academia and the industry, these topics have been brought together under one umbrella term-Geoinformatics. This is the first comprehensive study on Geoinformatics meant for students and professionals which brings together the essential elements of Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, GPS and GIS. A basic understanding of these components is crucial for carrying out various types of surveys, navigation, geodynamics, hydrology, disaster management, etc."
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and indexes
Notes Print version record
Subject Geographic information systems.
Remote sensing.
Geography -- Data processing
Geographic Information Systems
Remote Sensing Technology
geographic information systems.
remote sensing.
Geographic information systems
Geography -- Data processing
Remote sensing
Form Electronic book
ISBN 9781259058622
125905862X