Satellite Remote Sensing Blog

Understanding the types of data that GIS handles can significantly enhance the ability to analyse and interpret spatial phenomena.

Many factors can cause a tailings dam to collapse from extreme weather to structural weakness, but what is the cost of a total failure?

When discussing ground movement and its potential hazards, landslides and subsidence often come up as two critical yet distinct...

In early May 2024, a section of the mountainside collapsed in China’s Guangdong Province, following many days of heavy rain. A 17.9m...

Hillside living offers stunning views and a serene environment, but it also comes with unique engineering consideration. As climate...

Resolution in remote sensing refers to the level of detail that a satellite sensor can capture in its imagery. It is a critical aspect of...

Subsidence is the gradual sinking or settling of the ground surface, often resulting from natural processes or human activities.

Understanding Subsidence Subsidence is the gradual sinking or settling of the Earth's surface. Human activities and climate change have...

Track movement, whether due to subsidence, ground instability, or other geological factors, poses a persistent threat to rail infrastructure

In today’s rapidly changing climate landscape, the threats posed by geohazards are becoming increasingly pronounced and complex. But what...

Tailings dams are complex structures, subject to various environmental and operational challenges.

Understanding Ballast Fouling in Rail Ballast fouling happens when soil, debris, and other small particles get into the voids of railway...

The Technicalities of Satellite Remote Sensing In the realm of InSAR analysis, aperture size plays a pivotal role in determining the...

A Guide to Track Movement in Rail Safety Impact of Infrastructure Failures Infrastructure failures, such as track defects, signalling...

What is Creep? Creep is the slow change of soil shape under a steady load over time. This happens without a significant change in stress....

Inadequate drainage can make railways unsafe and lead to fouled ballast. Inadequate drainage can make railways unsafe and lead to fouled...

InSAR has become an indispensable tool for engineers and organisations looking to enhance safety, efficiency, and decision-making.

How is a remote sensing satellite powered, and how is this power distributed around the satellite? In reality, the specific power...

Discover the power of GIS and the diverse data it encompasses. From spatial to attribute data, uncover the insights and analyses they offer.

Landslides pose a significant threat to infrastructure… so, what can cause them? Landslides can be triggered by a variety of factors, and...