The Development and Application of China’s Remote Sensing Satellites

China is one of the world’s largest users of remote sensing satellite applications. This book provides a systematic introduction to the latest developments in China’s domestic remote sensing satellites as well as their ground systems, industry applications, regional applications, technological research, and policy making. In this volume, readers will find a comprehensive overview of the characteristics, reception, and distribution of China’s resource satellites, meteorological satellites, marine satellites, and high-resolution satellites, alongside a summary of the outcomes and benefits of its domestic remote sensing satellites in various fields and regions. Compiled by the Professional Committee of the Satellite Application of the Chinese Society of Astronautics, the Expert Committee of the China Association for Remote Sensing Applications, the Environmental Remote Sensing Branch of the China Association for Remote Sensing Applications, the Urban and Environmental Science College at Beijing University, and the China Satellite Global Service Alliance, this book serves as one of the best reference books for understanding China’s global remote sensing industry.