Training Resource Description
In the interactive element, you can slide through the variations of (most) commonly used sensors. They visualise a part of the Skukuza rest camp, which is located in the Kruger National Park, South Africa. Explore how details get mixed or disappear completely.
In recent years, more high-resolution data became freely available and this trend will prevail in the upcoming decades. While low-resolution (coarse) data sets have dominated the past, high-resolution (fine) data will be the go-to input information for state-of-the-art remote sensing science, also taking into account the steadily improving processing possibilities on personal computers and cloud servers.
High-resolution data provides several advantages. It allows for the identification and analysis of small-scale features that were previously indiscernible with coarse data, improving the accuracy of measurements and the precision of spatial data. This is crucial for applications that require detailed mapping and monitoring. Additionally, high-resolution data enhances the ability to monitor changes over time with greater specificity, which is particularly important in areas like environmental monitoring, disaster management, and urban development.
The applications of high-resolution data are vast. In urban planning and development, it is essential for detailed urban mapping, infrastructure development, and city planning, helping to design smarter cities with optimized land use and resource management. In environmental conservation, detailed data allows for more precise monitoring of ecosystems, tracking of wildlife habitats, and assessment of environmental changes, aiding in conservation efforts and sustainable management of natural resources. In agriculture, high-resolution data is used in precision farming to monitor crop health, soil conditions, and irrigation needs, leading to more efficient and productive farming practices. In disaster management, it is critical in response and recovery efforts, enabling accurate assessment of damage, monitoring of hazard zones, and planning of mitigation strategies.