Use of COSMO-SkyMed constellation for monitoring the post-fire vegetation regrowth: The Capo Figari case study

Author(s)
Avezzano, R.G.
Laurin, G.V.
Bacciu, V.
Virelli, Maria
Subjects

COSMO-SkyMed; Fire; M...

Date Issued
2014-11-04
Publisher
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Abstract
The use of COSMO-SkyMed constellation has been tested for post-fire monitoring activities. A typical Mediterranean ecosystem, seriously damaged by a wildfire, has been selected as study area. The multitemporal and multipolarization capabilities of COSMO-SkyMed have been exploited for automatic burnt area detection and monitoring of vegetation regrowth. Different imaging configurations have been tested to define the proper monitoring strategy in Mediterranean areas. Results showed X-band suitability for Mediterranean maquis post-fire monitoring. © 2014 IEEE.
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1073
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1076
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