A New System Could See Land-Monitoring Satellites Inspect the Sea
Rahul Kalvapalle — February 4, 2015 — Tech
References: www2.le.ac.uk & gizmag
A scientist at the University of Leicester in the UK is developing a system that would enable spacecraft to be used as maritime monitoring tools. Specifically, spacecraft being used to keep an eye on land could be used to also keep tabs on the sea, simply by changing the way existing satellites are used. This technology would be useful to search for missing ships and aircraft that go down in the sea.
Dr. Nigel Bannister's system would be open-source, and would require satellites to continuously record images while passing over both oceans and inland waterways. If a ship or plane were to go missing, past satellite images could be combed through to figure out exactly when and where the trouble occurred.
This sort of technology could potentially help save lives or at the very least bringing closure to the families of victims of tragedies such as the Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 crash.
Dr. Nigel Bannister's system would be open-source, and would require satellites to continuously record images while passing over both oceans and inland waterways. If a ship or plane were to go missing, past satellite images could be combed through to figure out exactly when and where the trouble occurred.
This sort of technology could potentially help save lives or at the very least bringing closure to the families of victims of tragedies such as the Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 crash.
Trend Themes
1. Maritime Monitoring Satellites - Using land-monitoring satellites to monitor the sea could revolutionize maritime surveillance and improve search and rescue operations.
2. Open-source Satellite Imagery - Open-source satellite imagery systems can provide valuable data for investigating missing ships and aircraft, enhancing safety and security.
3. Retroactive Satellite Analysis - Retroactively analyzing satellite images can help determine the time and location of maritime incidents, aiding in accident investigations and ensuring accountability.
Industry Implications
1. Aerospace - The aerospace industry can leverage this technology to repurpose existing satellites for maritime monitoring, expanding their service offerings and strengthening safety measures.
2. Search and Rescue - The search and rescue industry can benefit from using land-monitoring satellites to improve their capabilities in locating missing ships and aircraft, potentially saving lives and providing closure.
3. Maritime Security - The maritime security industry can harness open-source satellite imagery and retroactive satellite analysis to enhance surveillance and response systems, minimizing the risks of maritime incidents and improving overall security.
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