satellite imagery
noun
: pictures taken from satellites
They used satellite imagery to see the ice caps.
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Created using satellite imagery captured at 6:16 a.m.
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Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
Thankfully, much of that folklore and leech-keeping has given way to modern forecasting algorithms, radar, and satellite imagery over time—but not everyone is willing to leave the old methods behind.
—Corey Buhay, Outside Online, 7 Nov. 2024
Companies like Descartes Labs use AI to analyze satellite imagery, providing real-time insights into soil health, crop yields and water availability.
—Shelli Brunswick, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
United Nations’ Satellite Center analysed data from satellite imagery of the Gaza Strip showing that due to the ongoing conflict, in September 76% of its agricultural land was impacted, with the potential loss of native species.
—Daniela De Lorenzo, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
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Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
Thankfully, much of that folklore and leech-keeping has given way to modern forecasting algorithms, radar, and satellite imagery over time—but not everyone is willing to leave the old methods behind.
—Corey Buhay, Outside Online, 7 Nov. 2024
Companies like Descartes Labs use AI to analyze satellite imagery, providing real-time insights into soil health, crop yields and water availability.
—Shelli Brunswick, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
United Nations’ Satellite Center analysed data from satellite imagery of the Gaza Strip showing that due to the ongoing conflict, in September 76% of its agricultural land was impacted, with the potential loss of native species.
—Daniela De Lorenzo, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
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“Satellite imagery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satellite%20imagery. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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