Seeing through the storm: why radar is essential for Earth observation
In short: Standard satellite imagery can be blinded by clouds or darkness. This video explains how Sentinel-1 uses advanced radar technology to provide a constant, all-weather view of our planet's surface.
The launch of the first Sentinel-1 satellite represents a shift toward long-term operational missions for Europe's Copernicus environmental monitoring programme. Unlike optical sensors, these radar satellites can image the Earth regardless of weather conditions or time of day.
This technology provides critical data for maritime surveillance and monitoring oil spills. By offering a wide range of services, the Copernicus programme aims to fundamentally change how we manage and observe the global environment.
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