1 Introduction

DOI: 10.1201/9781003279082-1

This chapter first introduces the research background and significance of subpixel mapping, the research status of subpixel mapping, the problems that exist in existing subpixel mapping, and the main research content and chapter arrangement of the book in order to help readers understand the main content of the book.

1.1 BACKGROUND AND SIGNIFICANCE

1.1.1 BACKGROUND OF SUBPIXEL MAPPING

Remote sensing (RS) grew fast as a comprehensive earth observation technology in the 1960s. It mainly refers to the use of sensors on the platform to detect a target from a distance utilizing electromagnetic wave signals without having to come into direct touch with the study target or location. Meanwhile, the ...

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