Researching state and dynamics in landscape using remote sensing

This chapter looks at the usage of remote sensing data for practical research. Remote sensing data can be used for individual applications and research studies as well as routine work, and basic data sets can be provided as vital pieces information for landscape ecological investigations. Experimental work such as tests related to sensor development, signature research and non-operational digital analysis methods are not dealt with here as this chapter is more concerned with applied remote sensing. Nevertheless, the importance of basic research is self-evident and is much respected for efficient, rational applications.