Remote Sensing

Introduction

Welcome to the comprehensive guide on INVISION Remote Sensing. INVISION leverages advanced remote sensing capabilities through a partnership with Planet Labs. This document details the remote sensing variables accessible via INVISION, emphasizing their significance in agriculture, specifically for trials, demonstrations, and commercial applications.

PlanetScope

PlanetScope imagery provides high-resolution, frequent monitoring capabilities that are essential for precision agriculture. Below are the key variables:

Imagery Type Description Bands Used Spatial Resolution Temporal Resolution Key Applications
NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index) Quantifies vegetation health using red and NIR bands Red, NIR 3 meters Daily Vegetation health, crop monitoring, yield prediction
SAVI (Soil Adjusted Vegetation Index) Adjusted vegetation index minimizing soil brightness impact Red, NIR (+ correction factor) 3 meters Daily Accurate vegetation monitoring in sparse areas, arid region analysis
EVI (Enhanced Vegetation Index) Enhanced vegetation index reducing atmospheric and soil influences Red, NIR, Blue 3 meters Daily High biomass sensitivity, reliable under varying atmospheric conditions, detailed vegetation analysis
RGB (Red, Green, Blue) Captures visible light, similar to human vision Red, Green, Blue 3 meters Daily Visual assessment, communication of field conditions, baseline monitoring

Planetary Variables

Planetary Variables offer specialized insights critical for detailed agricultural analysis and decision-making:

Imagery Type Description Bands Used Spatial Resolution Temporal Resolution Key Applications
NDRE (Normalized Difference Red Edge) Measures chlorophyll content using red edge and NIR bands Red Edge, NIR 3 meters Daily Chlorophyll monitoring, early stress detection, precision agriculture
Biomass Estimates total mass of living plants Multi-spectral (varies) 3 meters Daily Productivity assessment, nutrient management, sustainable practices

Detailed Explanation of Each Variable

NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation Index)

SAVI (Soil Adjusted Vegetation Index)

EVI (Enhanced Vegetation Index)

RGB (Red, Green, Blue)

NDRE (Normalized Difference Red Edge)

Crop Biomass

INVISION's integration with Planet Labs' remote sensing capabilities empowers agricultural professionals with advanced tools for monitoring and managing their fields. By utilizing a combination of PlanetScope and Planetary Variables, users can gain comprehensive insights into their crops, ensuring better outcomes in agricultural trials, demos, and commercial operations. Embrace the future of agriculture with INVISION and unlock the potential of your fields.

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Created 11 June 2024 16:03:22 by Nischal Shrestha
Updated 7 May 2025 15:50:00 by Nischal Shrestha