Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology
Volume 2, Issue 3 (2013)
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Geospatial Analysis of Biomass in Lake Region of Kumaun Himalaya, Uttarakhand
Abstract: The present study includes vegetation and forest biomass mapping in the lake region of Kumaun, Uttarakhand, using IRS1C LISSIII satellite data. A total of 11 forest types including forest plantation were mapped, among various forest types analyzed, maximum area exhibited by Banj oak followed by Pine forest. Mean total above-ground biomass values were ranged between 52.1 and 402 t/ha. Mean crown cover and biomass values were computed for selected sites. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Investigations on Potential Relationship between Biomass and Surface Temperature using Thermal Remote Sensing over Tropical Deciduous Forests
Abstract: The forest temperature and forest biomass are important parameters in concern to forest ecosystem and related parameters. Satellite remote sensing data is the best possible source for obtaining information on both regional and global scales. Landsat TM is used to retrieve the surface temperature using spectral information and radiation heat flux parameters for a tropical deciduous forest area of Munger forests (Bihar, India). Surface emissivity values derived from spectral band …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Potential of Semi-automatic Object-based Land Cover Classifications using Very High Resolution Satellite Images: Tetuan-city Comparison Case Study
Abstract: Nowadays, mapping agencies need to update their topographic and information systems databases in order to draw: (i) urban planning (e.g., urban sprawl, road networks, etc.), and (ii) environmental planning (e.g., ecological corridors, forest change, etc.). In this context, object-based land cover classifications using very-high resolution satellites (VHRS) images (e.g., IKONOS, QuickBird, GeoEye WorldView-2, and recently Pléaides) are interesting tools to satisfy the needs of both scientific community and decision makers …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Sub-Pixel Classification of Multi-date Satellite Images for Accurate Change Detection in Pichavaram Mangroves, Tamilnadu, India
Abstract: The Pichavaram mangrove wetland ecosystem contains species such as Rhizophora apiculata and Avicennia marina which are interspersed with the creeks and marshland landforms. Various studies have indicated that over the years the areal extent of this mangrove ecosystem has decreased due to both human impact and natural causes (erosion). However, field visits have indicated an increase in the areal extent due to re-forestation by the officials of the forestry department. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 30–37 Read article