Foundations of spaceborne radiometric calibration for sensors
This concise reference covers terms, definitions, and calibration techniques used in remote sensing. It helps readers understand how radiometric measurements are defined, measured, and validated in space.
With clear explanations of optical radiation, radiometry, and calibration systems, this edition frames the language and methods used by engineers and scientists working with spaceborne imaging sensors. It focuses on practical concepts, measurement equations, and standard calibration practices that support accurate data from orbit.
Whether you are studying or applying remote sensing, the book provides a structured glossary of quantities, symbols, and units, plus guidance on radiometric standards, onboard and ground calibration, and quality assurance for calibrated imagery.
- Key radiometric quantities and their units, from radiant flux to radiance and irradiance
- Calibration concepts, measurement equations, and calibration coefficients
- Standards, procedures, and validation methods for reliable sensor data
- Definitions and relationships used across spaceborne optoelectronic sensing topics
Ideal for readers of space remote sensing, sensor calibration, and radiometric terminology.