A new analysis of snow cover observed by satellites shows record June lows in Eurasia each year since 2008 and record low cover in North America for three of the last five years.
Kiwi Police Trial Surveillance Drone
New Zealand Police Association President Greg O’Connor says a new surveillance drone is an innovative breakthrough for police. It’s smarter, it’s cheaper, it’s more efficient”why wouldn’t police use it?
ESA CryoSat Satellite Surprises with New Capabilities
The European Space Agency's ice mission gives scientists a closer look at oceans, coastal areas and inland water bodies”and now, even land”reaching above and beyond its original objectives.
Earth Observation Blimp in a Box Debuts
World Surveillance Group introduced a lighter-than-air unmanned aircraft system that can be deployed in minutes and activated with the push of a button.
Satellites Shed Light on Mediterranean Water Plight
The effects of climate change, population growth and economic development in the Mediterranean are posing a threat to the region’s water supply.
Second Turkish EO Satellite Launch Successful
The Turkish government's Earth observation ambitions moved forward on Dec. 19, 2012, with the successful launch of the Gokturk-2 medium-resolution optical satellite.
i-Book Puts Earth at Your Fingertips
The wonders and glory of our planet are just a few clicks away. The European Space Agency's first i-Book underscores the importance of satellites and reveals Earth from a new perspective.
Space Debris: Who's Responsible Now and Later?
Liability in the context of existing space debris already is a significant issue, and debris removal now must be addressed before remediation efforts will come to fruition.
Border Security to Focus on Small Earth Observation Drones
A Market Info Group report forecasts there will be a $3.5-billion global market for small unmanned aircraft systems during the next nine years for border security applications.
What Keeps Santa Safe?
How does Santa fly in and out of the world's troubled hotspots without being detected by early warning and detection systems? Learn about his high-tech secrets!
