Authors : Dr. Aakash Mehra, Ritika Sharma
ABSTRACT : Remote sensing has emerged as a crucial tool for rapid, large-scale earthquake damage assessment. By providing timely, accurate, and spatially comprehensive data, it supports disaster response and recovery operations. Earthquake-induced damages, such as collapsed structures, ground deformation, and infrastructure disruptions, can be detected and quantified using optical, thermal, and synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imagery. This paper provides an in-depth discussion on the capabilities of remote sensing technologies for post-earthquake assessment, addressing various data sources, processing techniques, and interpretation methods. The study also emphasizes integration with GIS platforms for efficient decision-making and highlights case studies from recent earthquakes worldwide. The aim is to establish a methodological framework to enhance damage detection accuracy and reduce disaster response times.
Keywords : Remote sensing, Earthquake damage assessment, SAR, GIS integration, Disaster management
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