An introduction to digital methods in remote sensing of forested ecosystems: Focus on the Pacific Northwest,USA |
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Authors: | Warren B. Cohen John D. Kushla William J. Ripple Steven L. Garman |
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Affiliation: | (1) USDA Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station, 97331 Corvallis, Oregon, USA;(2) Environmental Remote Sensing Applications Laboratory Department of Forest Resources, Oregon State University, 97331 Corvallis, Oregon, USA;(3) Department of Forest Science, Oregon State University, 97331 Corvallis, Oregon, USA |
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Abstract: | Aerial photography has been routinely used for several decades by natural resource scientists and managers to map and monitor the condition of forested landscapes. Recently, along with the emergence of concepts in managing forests as ecosystems, has come a significant shift in emphasis from smaller to larger spatial scales and the widespread use of geographic information systems. These developments have precipitated an increasing need for vegetation information derived from other remote sensing imagery, especially digital data acquired from high-elevation aircraft and satellite platforms. This paper introduces fundamental concepts in digital remote sensing and describes numerous applications of the technology. The intent is to provide a balanced, nontechnical view, discussing the shortcomings, successes, and future potential for digital remote sensing of forested ecosystems. |
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Keywords: | Remote sensing Geographic information systems Forest management Ecosystem management Forest inventory |
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