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Two New Satellites Set to Study One of Earth’s Most Critically Changing Regions
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In 2018, NASA will intensify its focus on one of the most critical but remote parts of our changing planet with the launch of two new satellite missions and an array of airborne campaigns.
UAV-Based Aerial Mapping of Ulaanbaatar
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Working with the City of Ulaanbaatar, The Asia Foundation collected high-quality imagery and elevation data for the city using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and earth-imaging satellites. These high-resolution images were used to create detailed maps complete with elevation data; labeled neighborhoods, roads, buildings, landmarks, and other features.
Ulf Mansson Moving Geodata to Minecraft
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Ulf Mansson, senior project manager for SWECO, has more than 20 years of experience in the geospatial industry. In 2013, he invented a method to stream geodata into the game Minecraft. On behalf of V1 Media, Informed Infrastructure and GeoSpatial Stream, Todd Danielson interviewed Mansson at the Geodesign Summit 2015 in Redlands, Calif.
Ultra High Definition (4K) View of Planet Earth
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NASA monitors Earth's vital signs from land, air and space with a fleet of satellites and ambitious airborne and ground-based observation campaigns.
Understanding GIS – An Overview
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Geographic Information Systems are used by professionals and academics all over the world to investigate problems ranging from the spread of disease to the damage caused by hurricanes. Learn more about the University of Michigan-Flint's GIS Certificate by visiting umflint.edu/gis/gis-center
Unleashing the Power of Earth Observations
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What do we see when we look at the Earth, and what do these observations mean for the years ahead? Barbara Ryan, secretariat director of the Intergovernmental Group on Earth Observations (GEO), discusses this Geneva-based, voluntary partnership of governments and organizations dedicated to coordinated, comprehensive, and sustained Earth observations and information — sharing what scientific observers worldwide are learning about the state and health of planet Earth.
Unmanned Flights Take to San Joaquin Valley Skies
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In the San Joaquin Valley, Chevron launched unmanned aerial systems above its Coalinga Field to capture high-resolution and thermal imagery as part of a pilot project to incorporate the technology in its day-to-day field operations.
Up Close and Personal: Ariane 6 Liftoff From the Launchpad
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After years of preparations, the Vulcain main stage engine ignites, arms providing cryogenic fuels to the rocket until the very last moment retract and boosters fire – Ariane 6 is space-bound. As it lifts off, vast am...
Urban Ecology
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Urban Ecology
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An assistant professor at the New School in New York discusses and explains urban ecology.
