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How Satellite Earth Observation Is Powering the Future of Solar Energy
2025-09-17
~ 5 min
(Article updated: 2025-09-17)
Satellite Earth Observation (EO) is revolutionizing solar energy by enhancing site selection, streamlining planning, and optimizing maintenance. High-resolution imagery and AI-driven analysis enable precise solar irradiance mapping, efficient infrastructure monitoring, and sustainable development, powering the future of clean energy with unmatched accuracy and scalability.
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ICEYE Gen4 Satellites That See the World in 16 cm Detail
2025-09-12
~ 3 min
(Article updated: 2025-09-12)
ICEYE has introduced its fourth-generation SAR satellites, delivering an unprecedented 16 cm resolution and ultra-fast revisit times. Designed for large-scale constellations, the Gen4 system enables near-real-time Earth observation, expanding coverage and enhancing global security, intelligence, and disaster response.
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Toxic Threat Looms 19 Rare Earth Mines Endanger Mekong River and Golden Triangle
2025-09-01
~ 6 min
(Article updated: 2025-09-01)
Rapid Expansion of Rare Earth Mining in Conflict Zones According to the SHRF's analysis of satellite photos and on-the-ground videos, the mines are concentrated in Mong Yong and eastern Shan State, within Myanmar's Special Region 4. This area falls under the influence of the National Democratic Alliance Army (NDAA), also known as the Mong La Army. A comparison of satellite images from early 2021 shows only three mines in the region, all of which were gradually shutting down.
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Orthorectification The Hidden Hero of Satellite Imagery in GIS
2025-08-26
~ 4 min
(Article updated: 2025-08-26)
Orthorectification transforms raw satellite or aerial images into geometrically accurate data, correcting distortions from terrain, camera tilt, and sensor geometry. This process creates orthophotos with uniform scale and precise geolocation, essential for reliable mapping, GIS applications, and analysis. From urban planning to disaster response, orthorectified imagery supports diverse sectors by ensuring accurate, consistent visuals for informed decision-making.
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