
About
A lecture by Dr. R. (Ralf) Kohlhaas of SRON about satellite instruments for Earth observation, at Theater Diligentia, The Hague, on 14 December at 20:00.
What to expect
Dr. R. (Ralf) Kohlhaas of SRON explains how satellites help us follow changes on Earth, in the atmosphere, on land and in the oceans.
The lecture covers how passive optical sensors work and what information they provide.
- Passive optical sensors and reflected sunlight
- Examples from ESA, NASA and commercial missions
- Dutch contributions to Earth observation
- New instruments and techniques for the future
FAQ
Who gives the lecture?
Dr. R. (Ralf) Kohlhaas, OptX – Optica-expertise voor de ruimte, Nederlands Instituut voor Ruimteonderzoek (SRON).
What is the lecture about?
About Earth observation from space: how satellites give reliable information on processes in the atmosphere, on land and in the oceans.
How passive optical sensors work
Applications from ESA, NASA and commercial missions
Dutch contributions to the field
New instruments and techniques
How do I reserve a seat?
Reserve a seat through the organizer's reservation page: natuurwetenschappen-diligentia.nl
Who organizes the lecture?
The Koninklijke Maatschappij voor Natuurkunde 'Diligentia'.
Getting there
Diligentia, Lange Voorhout 5, 2514 EA Den Haag, Zuid-Holland, NL
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