E-Book: Let's Talk Satellite Earth Observation Data

Welcome to our “Let’s Talk Satellite EO Data” eBook – your ultimate guide to understanding satellite-derived data types, their applications in asset monitoring, of the different types of data providers, and practical tips for navigating the challenges of using remote sensing data. This resource is designed to help you make well-informed decisions about the use and integration of EO data, ultimately to ensure the safety and performance of your critical infrastructure.

Why Download this eBook?

Why Download this eBook?

  • Gain Expertise: Understand the satellite data landscape, including the differences between providers, types of data, and their applications.
  • Make Informed Decisions: Learn how to factor in cost, licensing, quality checks, and more to ensure the data you acquire aligns with your monitoring project needs.
  • Overcome Challenges: Discover tips for overcoming common data acquisition hurdles that could delay or disrupt your monitoring workflow.

Who Is this eBook for?

This eBook is designed for anyone who leverages or is looking to leverage satellite data for land and asset monitoring projects.

Whether you acquire and process data internally or collaborate with satellite analytics providers like Spottitt, this guide will help you better understand the process of input data acquisition, analysis and delivery of quality output results.

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What Is Inside the eBook

  • Satellite Data Providers
    • Explore the two primary types of satellite data providers – private and government – and learn how they differ, from pricing models to data access speed.
  • Types of Satellite and Satellite-Derived Data
    • Optical Remote Sensing Data: Understand the rich applications of optical data, commonly used for monitoring land, assets, and environments.
    • Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR): Discover how SAR enables imaging through cloud cover and darkness, crucial for asset monitoring in all conditions.
    • Satellite Climate Data: Learn how satellite climate data powers tracking of climate change, disaster monitoring, and asset resiliency assessments.
    • Satellite Methane Data: Explore methane detection for tracking greenhouse gas emissions, especially relevant for oil and gas pipeline operators.
    • Satellite Elevation Data: Dive into the use of satellite-derived elevation data for topographic mapping and more.
  • Satellite Imagery Acquisition
    • Imagery types, Revisit Frequency and Scene Size: Learn practicalities related to freshly tasked and archive imagery, satellite revisit frequency and scene sizes that might impact data acquisition.
    • Factors Impacting Satellite Data Acquisition Frequency and Delivery Speed: Discover what influences the frequency of satellite data acquisition and speed of delivery back down here on Earth.
  • Ensuring Data Quality
    • Satellite Data Quality Checks: Explore the importance and the variety of vendor and analytics-ready data quality checks to ensure reliable and accurate input for your projects.
  • Cost and Licensing
    • Satellite Data Cost Factors: Get clarity on the factors that influence satellite data pricing, from resolution to tasking priority.
    • Satellite Data Licensing: Understand the licensing terms and possible restrictions of using satellite data from different providers.
  • Satellite Data Availability and Acquisition
    • Discover what are the limiting factors when it comes to EO data availability and acquisition so that you can be sure to get the right data when you need it.

Plus, other interesting facts and insights that offer an intriguing look into the world of satellite data acquisition.

Ready to Dive Deeper?

Download the eBook today and unlock the potential of satellite-derived insights for your next monitoring project.