NISAR satellite to offer precise monitoring of Earth’s surface movements
Technology tamfitronics NISAR satellite to offer precise monitoring of Earth's surface movementsby Clarence OxfordLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 09, 2024Data from NISAR will improve our understanding of such phenomena as earthquakes, volcanoes, and landslides, as well as damage to infrastructure.Earth's surface is in a state of continuous motion, although often unnoticed. Scientists have utilized satellite and ground-based technology to observe movements linked to geological events such as earthquakes, landslides, and volcanic activity. A new initiative by NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) aims to enhance this knowledge and potentially aid in disaster preparedness and recovery efforts.The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission is set to measure the movement of nearly all land and ice-covered regions on Earth twice within a 12-day period. This frequent data collection will offer researchers...
