Kaugseireks

Kaugseireks is an Estonian term that translates to "remote sensing" in English. It refers to the acquisition of information about an object or phenomenon without making physical contact with it. This is typically achieved by using sensors to detect and measure various forms of electromagnetic radiation that are reflected or emitted by the object or phenomenon being studied.

The applications of kaugseireks are widespread and encompass numerous scientific and practical fields. In environmental monitoring, it is used to track changes in land cover, monitor deforestation, assess water quality, and map natural disasters like floods and wildfires. Agriculture benefits from kaugseireks through crop health assessment, yield prediction, and precision farming techniques. Urban planning and management utilize it for mapping urban sprawl, monitoring infrastructure, and assessing environmental impacts. Furthermore, kaugseireks plays a crucial role in geology for mineral exploration and mapping geological formations, and in archaeology for discovering and mapping ancient sites.

Data for kaugseireks can be collected from various platforms, including satellites, aircraft, and drones. Different types of sensors are employed, such as optical sensors that capture visible and infrared light, and radar sensors that can penetrate clouds and operate day or night. The processed data from these sensors can be visualized as images or maps, providing valuable insights into the Earth's surface and atmosphere.