The most detailed maps ever of Earth's land surface have been created with the help of ESA's Envisat environmental satellite. Land cover has been charted from space before, but this global map has a resolution 10 times sharper than any of its predecessors. The new global portrait is based ...
7. Satellite: Get a High-Resolution Look at the Ground When you want a good look at the ground from above, check out theSatellite map. This high-resolution global satellite imagery gives you a crisp, clear picture of the terrain at high zoom levels. The Gaia GPS community uses this high...
The majority of photovoltaic products, or solar panels, are being installed in remote areas by solar farms that sell the energy to utilities. Satellite imagery confirms the incredible growth of these enormous solar farms in China. China’s drastic increase in solar power stems from the nation’s...
UW-CIMSS Satellite Montage of Hurricane Ike from formation to dissipation using GOES-12/Infrared satellite imagery. The cyclone only gradually strengthened during this period as it was surrounded by dry air and unable to develop an inner core. However, by September 3, strong convective banding bega...
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These wonderfully detailed 3D-printed brains are based on MRI scans of a husband and wife that were then turned into physical printings that can be held. Fairly cool when you think about it, how often would you get to hold your own brain in your hands? We're not sure why they're blu...
aRecent press reports on the impending North Korean nuclear test have been ambiguous. Some have quoted reliable sources that a test is imminent. Others have stated that there are no obvious signs that a test will happen soon. The most recent commercial satellite imagery available of the Punggye...
For anyone interested, I have a paper on this topic at the ASPRS meeting in Orlando next month with the detailed support for these generalizations. Igor Brejc You might be interested in some further links about SRTM vs ASTER vs Viewfinder: –http://igorbrejc.net/openstreetmap/...
The satellite, weather modeling and tornado-tracking functionality is incredible, I’m seeing features and functionality that transcend some 6 or 7 figure TV weather systems out there, for a fraction of the cost. Delving into WSV3 is like peeling an infinite onion; I am constantly discovering ...
With a richly detailed map spanning Europe, Africa, and Asia, players can control a noble house, plotting to expand their influence through warfare, diplomacy, and intrigue. The game’s deep character system allows for elaborate storytelling, as each decision impacts the legacy o...