EE/Ae 157
Introduction
to the Physics of Remote Sensing
Course Description
This
course provides an overview of the physics behind space remote sensing
instruments. Topics include the interaction of electromagnetic waves with
natural surfaces, including scattering of microwaves, microwave and thermal
emission from atmospheres and surfaces, and spectral reflection from natural
surfaces and atmospheres in the near-infrared and visible regions of the
spectrum. The class also discusses the design of modern space sensors and
associated technology, including sensor design, new observation techniques,
ongoing developments, and data analysis and interpretation. Examples of
applications and instrumentation in geology, planetology, oceanography,
astronomy, and atmospheric research will be discussed.
Instructor
(818) 625-5111
Email: jvanzyl@caltech.edu
Lectures
Mondays 2:30
– 3:55 p.m. in room B280 Moore
Wednesdays 2:30
– 3:55 p.m. in room B280 Moore
Teaching Assistant
Shiv Raikundalia
Office Hours:
Wednesdays and Fridays 12:30 – 2:30
Room 430 Moore
Textbook
Introduction
to the Physics and Techniques of Remote Sensing, Second Edition by Charles Elachi and Jakob
van Zyl (Wiley, 2006)
Lecture Notes
Nature of
Electromagnetic Waves
Radar Soil Moisture
Measurement
Polarimetric Radar
Adaptive Decomposition
Homework/Exams
Homework # 1 due October 21, 2019
Homework #2 due October 30, 2019
Homework #3 due November 13, 2019
Homework #4 due December 4, 2019
Extra Credit Assignment due
December 13, 2019
Homework #5 due January 22, 2020
Homework #6 due February 5, 2020
Extra Credit Assignment due
March 20, 2020
Solutions
Will be discussed in class and posted after corrected homeworks have been returned.