Physiography of the tons basin,Western Himalaya

Landsat RBV imagery on 1:500,000 was interpreted to prepare small scale physiography map of the part of the Tons basin. Aerial photographs on 1:60,000 to 1:80,000 scale were interpreted to prepare medium scale physiography map of the basin. The basin has been sub-divided into three physiographic regions viz. High to very high mountains constituting of glaciated and temperate high mountains; Low to moderately high mountains and very low maountains. The physiographic regions have been further sub-divided based on landforms, slope and dissection index. The major physiographic units are summits, repose slopes, serrated ridges with horn/arates; mountain and valley glaciers, morains, solufluction terraces, intrenched incised river valleys, engrown valleys, alluvial terraces, rocky slopes/cliffs and debris.     

Remote sensing and gis applications in the identification of aquaculture hotspots at village level

Interpretation of IRS LISS II and LISS III imagery has revealed the various landforms as well as land use/land cover features in a part of the Godavari delta coastal belt. A comparative analysis of geomorphological vs. land use/land cover maps suggested that the landforms exert a certain degree of control over human land use activities even in this monotonously plain area. Further, an analysis of the sequential imagery pertaining to 1992 and 2001 aimed at detecting the land use/land cover change has indicated that the aquaculture has phenomenally increased by 9,293.5 ha during the 9-year period. At the same time, the cropland which occupied about 29,104 ha in 1992 has been reduced to 19,153.9 ha by 2001 mainly due to the encroachment of aquaculture. Village level data on temporal variation in land use/land cover extracted through GIS analysis revealed that in 14 out of the total 39 villages in the area, the conversion of cropland into aquaculture ponds was more than 30% with the highest conversion rate of 89.8% in Gondi village. These fourteen villages, which are designated as ‘aquaculture hotspots’ are grouped into 4 priority classes based on the intensity of conversion.     

Characterization of biophysical land units using remote sensing and gis

In the present study, an attempt has been made to characterize the biophysical land units in Kanholi bara river basin of sub-humid tropical ecosystem of central India using remotely sensed data, field surveys and GIS based multi-criteria overlay analysis. The geo-spatial database on elevation, slope, landforms, soil depth, soil erosion, land use/land cover and hydrogeomorphological parameters has been generated using IRS-ID LISS-III satellite data coupled with soil survey data in GIS. The methodology followed in characterization of biophysical land units in GIS includes assigning scores for different classes of the layers and weighatges for different layers based on their characteristics and degree of influence on desired output. GIS based ‘multi criteria overlay’ analysis reveals seventeen distinct biophysical land units in the river basin. Severe (50.5-59.5) to very severe (59.5) biophysical stress units are found in plateau spurs, isolated mounds, linear ridges, dissected plateau and escarpments. These zones are associated with severe to very severe erosion, steep to very steep, extremely shallow soils, poor to very poor groundwater prospects, wastelands and scrublands. The characterization of biophysical land units helps in analysis of their potentials, problems and stress environment to plan and execute site-specific landscape management practices and maximize the productivity from each biophysical land unit. The present study demonstrates that generation of geo-spatial database based on remotely sensed data and field surveys in GIS and their analysis helps great extent in characterization of biophysical land units and analysis of their stress environment for management.     

Morphological evolution of the Krishna delta

The study of the modern delta of the Krishna river has yielded data to identify ancient deltas and their characteristics. Continental landforms like levees and abandoned channels, marine landforms like beach ridges, swamps and spits are recorded from the study of aerial photos. The evolution of the delta is discussed, comparative ages for the landforms arrived at. The history of the delta is reconstructed based on the relationship between the former shore lines and the sub-delta lobes. Delta prospects for oil and gas are indicated at the intersecting zones of the abandoned channels and strandlines.     

Dynamics of coastal landform features along the southern Tamil Nadu of India by using remote sensing and Geographic Information System

This article reveals an application of multi-spectral satellite data for analysing the dynamics of different coastal landform features along the southern coastal Tamil Nadu of India. An integrated approach comprising visual image interpretation and maximum-likelihood supervised classification has been employed to classify the coastal landforms by using IRS data (during the period 1999–2006). The quality of image classification has been assessed by performing the accuracy assessments with the existing thematic maps and finally the coastal landforms have been mapped. The study reveals that the dynamics of coastal landforms such as sandy beaches, mud-flats, sand dunes and salt marshes along the study area are mostly influenced by the coastal processes, sediment transport, geomorphology and anthropogenic activities. Major anthropogenic sources for the perturbation of beach sediment budgets and a cause of beach erosion along the study area are excessive sand mining, removal of sand dunes, coastal urbanization, tourism and developmental activities.     

Application of remote sensing technique in the study of distribution of micronutrients in relation to landforms in the Sahibi river basin of Haryana

A study on the profile distribution of DTPA extractable iron, manganese, copper and zinc and physicochemical properties in ten delineated landforms of the Sahibi river basin of Haryana was underaken. Mean values for available Fe, Mn, Cu and Zn were 9.0, 11.6, 2.3 and 0.35 ppm, respectively. The soils of this area are potentially deficient in zinc. The soils of various landforms were adequately supplied with available Fe, Mn and Cu at present. In most of the soil pedons distribution of micronutrients did not follow any typical pattern neither with depth nor with landforms perhaps due to their weak pedogenic manifestation. Based on multiple regression analysis 68, 70, 71 and 16% of the variations in contents of available Fe, Mn, Cu and Zn, respectively were accountable to the simultaneous influence of various soil parameters studied.     

Coastal landform mapping around the Gulf of Khambhat using Landsat TM data

Landsat TM data was utilised for coastal geomorphic mapping around the Gulf of Khambhat. Various landforms like shoreline, estuaries, mudflats, islands, mangroves, relict aluvium, cliffs, dunes, flood plains, paleochannel, paleomeanders, oxbow lake, etc. were delineated. The estuaries were divided into salt-wedge estuary, fully mixed estuary and partially mixed estuary based on amount of freshwater discharge and nature of tidal currents. The mudflats were classified into high tide flats, intertidal slopes and subtidal zones. These classes were further classified based on their composition. It was concluded that TM data has broughtout many new features and improved the classification of coastal landforms. The presence of coastal features like drowned river valleys, paleomudflats, relict alluvium, dunes, paleomeanders, oxbow lake and terraces clearly indicate the sea-level changes of the Quarternary period.     

Glacial mapping using landsat thematic mapper data: A case study in parts of gangotri glacier, NW himalaya

Glacial mapping is difficult and hazardous because of the remoteness and inaccessibility of the terrain. In this context, remotely-sensed data from satellites provide valuable information on glaciers and the associated landforms. It is important to note that judicious selection of spectral bands is critical in mapping the glacial features. Glacial landforms in parts of Gangotri glacier, NW Himalaya, have been delineated using selected bands of Landsat Thematic Mapper Data. Digital image processing of Landsat data has helped in identifying the major features of the Gangotri glacier such as accumulation and ablation zones, and glacial moraines. The study shows that Thematic Mapper bands 4, 5 and 7 are more useful in snow mapping because of their distinct spectral discriminability in identifying the glacial features.     

Hypsometric analysis of watersheds developed on actively deforming Mohand anticlinal ridge,NW Himalaya

Hypsometric analysis describes the elevation distribution across an area of land surface. It is an important tool to assess and compare the geomorphic evolution of various landforms irrespective of the factor that may be responsible for it. The major factors governing the evolution of landscape are tectonics and/or climate and the variation in lithology. The present study takes into consideration the watersheds developed over actively deforming Mohand anticlinal ridge in the frontal part of NW Himalaya. The hypsometric analysis has been used as a morphometric parameter, i.e. hypsometric integral, to deduce its relationship with the area of watersheds. Statistical analysis of these parameters has been carried out by classifying them into different classes based on the natural breaks method. This brings out strong relationships for hypsometric integral classes and area classes with the number of watersheds in respective classes and the total area occupied by respective hypsometric and area classes. It has also been found that stronger relationships exist for watersheds on the southern flank as compared to watersheds of the northern flank. It also highlights the presence of an anomalous watershed on the northern flank that is possibly responsible for the weak statistical relationships on the northern flank. Removal of this anomalous watershed always brings out much stronger relationships for the northern flank. The anomalous watershed has been directly attributed to the difference in geologic structure as it is spatially related to the presence of the Bhimgoda Back Thrust (BBT) present in the area. The results are awe inspiring and very promising as they indicate some statistically strong relationships among the hypsometric integral and area of watersheds that are not apparent in the spatial distribution of these parameters, especially in actively deforming areas.     

改进注意力机制的遥感地貌识别算法

对遥感地貌进行识别,近年来一直是遥感图像应用领域的研究热点。使用深度学习算法识别遥感影像具有比传统方法更高的准确率和稳健性。针对遥感影像中目标复杂度高、特征信息多等问题,本文提出了一种基于改进注意力机制的遥感图像识别算法,即将并联注意力机制（CS）和神经网络模型相结合,借助弱监督学习来辅助训练。同时采用双损失函数来缓解数据过拟合问题。试验结果表明,本文模型总精度为98.35%,Kappa系数达0.95,优于其他深度学习算法,能有效地识别出自然地貌。     

Geospatial Technologies for National Geomorphology and Lineament Mapping Project – A Case Study of Goa State

A three level classification system, based on the genesis of landforms, was used to map the geomorphology of the Goa state. The first level corresponds to the process that was responsible for landform generation, the second level or the intermediate level was assigned based on the morphography, and the third level corresponds to the individual landforms units identified based on the morphostructure. The mapping was carried out using IRS-P6 LISS-III (23.5 m) satellite image as the primary data source. Ancillary data such as geological map, topographic map, digital elevation model (DEM), field data collected by global positioning system (GPS) and web portals for image visualisation, were also used for the mapping purpose. A new software designed for mapping landforms based on the genesis, was used in this study to create a seamless geomorphology and lineament database of the Goa state in a GIS environment. A total of 58 landforms within six types of genetic classes were mapped in this area. Similarly, structural and geomorphic lineaments were also delineated using the satellite data. The database created has multi-purpose usability such as environmental studies, mining activity assessment, coastal zone management and wasteland development, since the classification system used is focused on processes, not theme specific.     

南水北调西线工程区活动断裂构造遥感研究

根据断裂构造的判读标志,在南水北调西线工程区共存在NW,NE,SN和EW向四组断裂近200条,NW向断裂为区域性的断裂构造,控制工程区地貌、水系等的发育。其中,有22条断裂规模较大,对输水线路存在相对较大的影响。野外考察结果表明,区内有5条全新世时期的活动断裂和12条晚更新世时期的主干和区域性大断裂。通过综合分析发现,5条全新世时期的活动断裂因为离输水线路较远或未穿越输水线路,而12条晚更新世时期的断裂构造则因全新世以来没有活动,因而它们对工程区的影响总体上还是有限的,工程区处于一个相对稳定的区域,而区域构造分析的结果也说明工程区位于一个相对的安全岛内。     

Remote sensing application in the study of migration and offset of coastal inlets

The coastal zone of Kerala with moderate energy, monsoonal-storm-dominated wave climate, together with a microtidal range, falls under the major tectonic class of the Amerotrailing edge coasts. In order to have an effective management of this coastal zone, one requires detailed information on various types of coastal landforms and the related processes acting on them. Coastal inlets are one among such landforms, which are relatively short and narrow tidal channels connecting bays and lagoons to the ocean. Coastal inlets and the related landforms form an important type of coastal feature. An examination of coastal maps from any area in the world will reveal that coastal inlets are of migratory and offset in nature. In the present study the migration pattern and offset behaviour of some of the inlets of Kerala coast have been examined using IRS-IA LISS II data and Survey of India topographic sheets. The study reveals that geocoded IRS-IA LISS II data could provide accurate geometrical information which may considerably minimise the field check.     

Identification of palaeochannels around Cauvery river near Talakad, Karnataka using remote sensing data

Visual interpretation of satellite images could help in the identification of present and past landforms. An attempt has been made to identify the palaeochannels of the Cauvery river in Karnataka state through visual interpretation of IRS-1C, LISS III False Colour Composites (FCC). In order to assess their inter-relationship with other hydrogeomorphic elements, various geomorphic units have been mapped. Major geomorphic units like alluvial plain, pediplain, valley fill. residual hill, ridges, meander scar, channel bars and water bodies have been demarcated. Considering the hydrogeomorphic setup of the palaeochannels. it is inferred that the disposition of palaeochannels of the area are controlled by the geology and structure and the prevailing geomorphic process.     

Landuse mapping by air photo technique

Land use on earth's landscape primarly indicates the degree of human interferance. Though landuse is controlled by several factors like soil, hydrologic, climatic, socio-economic and political yet geology and geomorphology play an important role in shaping landforms. The landforms processes mainly depend upon inherent lithology and structure of the earth. In the present paper an attempt has been made to study a sample area by air photo-interpretation technique using stereo-models and then evolve a methodology of land use mapping like photogeological and photopedological aspects. Also in brief, environmental aspects have been discussed. A sample area of 15 sq kms has been studied. The study opens up a new dimension for appreciation of resource and landuse management     

滩涂数字地形模型的建模与应用

采用数字高程模型描述上海市滩涂地形,研究和设计了数字高程模型的数据结构,较好地解决了海量数据的存储、查询和检索问题,由此建立了多年的滩涂数字地形模型。在此基础上研究了滩涂地形分析方法,并在地理信息系统平台上开发了滩涂地形分析系统。试用结果表明,该系统数据结构合理、功能齐全、运行快速稳定,较好地满足了滩涂海塘管理工作的需要。     

Terrain Characterization for Soil Resource Mapping Using IRS-P6 Data and GIS - A Case Study From Basaltic Terrain of Central India

In the present study, landforms and soils have been characterized in Borgaon Manju watershed of basaltic terrain located in Akola district, Maharashtra, Central India. Terrain characterization using Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) elevation data (90 m) and IRS-P6 LISS IV data in conjunction with adequate field surveys shows nine distinct landforms. Soil resource inventory shows fourteen soil series in the study area. Soils formed on gently sloping (3–8 %) subdued plateau are very shallow (23 cm), moderately well drained, moderate (15–40 %) surface stoniness, severely eroded, clayey and slightly alkaline in reaction, whereas, the soils formed on level to nearly level (0–1 %) slope in the main valley are very deep (>150 cm), well drained, very slight (<3 %) surface stoniness, moderately eroded with clayey surface and moderately alkaline in reaction. Soils in the watershed are grouped into Lithic Ustorthents, Vertic Haplustepts, Calcic Haplustepts, Typic Haplustepts, Typic Haplusterts and Sodic Calciusterts. The study demonstrates that the analysis of SRTM elevation data and IRS P6–IV data in Geographic Information System (GIS) with adequate field surveys helps in characterization of landforms and soils in analysis of landscape-soil relationship.     

基于GPS空-地定位航空遥感中地貌的三维显示

该文提出了具有ＧＰＳ（Ｇｌｏｂａｌ Ｐｏｓｉｔｉｏｎｇｉｎｇ Ｓｙｓｔｅｍ）空－地定位模式的航空遥感中地貌的三维显示的新方法，并用此方法对实际航空遥感的结果进行显示，结果表明，此方法对于显示和整理空－地定位航空多维遥感信息成果，具有多方位显示及简便易行的特点，能获得很好的显示质量。     

Study of landforms,land use and land units of a part of Krishna district,Andhra Pradesh,from aerial photographs

Utilising aerial photographs as the chief source of information an attempt has been made to study the land units, land use, land capability and limitations in relation to geomorphology of an area of about 350 sq. kms. in Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh. Besides identifying major individual landforms, the area is divided into four geomorphic environments each characterised by dominant landform pattern and relief. Each form and unit is described. Nine types of land units based on amount of slope and six land use classes were chosen after preliminary interpretation and a reconnaissance field check. The estimated range in slope is given for each land unit. The land’s capability and limitations are brought out from consideration of landforms, land units (slopes), nature of soil and water resources. Soil samples were collected from each geomorphic unit and analysed. The results are presented in the form of 3 maps and 2 tables, which may be of use for planning and development of the area.