| PlanetObserver Launches PlanetSAT Global Basemap 2024: A New Era of Detailed, Cloud-Free Geospatial Imagery April 19, 2024 by Sanjay Gangal Article Source: PlanetObserver PlanetObserver, a prominent supplier of geospatial data, is thrilled to unveil the PlanetSAT Global Basemap 2024. This 10-meter global basemap offers up-to-date, cloud-free, and consistent imagery for a large range of applications.
Key Features PlanetSAT Global Basemap 2024 brings you a range of enhancements that empower professionals across diverse fields. Refreshed Coverage: Over 6 million square kilometers of new Sentinel-2 imagery have been integrated into PlanetSAT 2024, with updated regions spanning from Europe to North America, in addition to various other locations around the globe: United Kingdom and Ireland: The British Isles have been completely refreshed with the latest Sentinel-2 imagery, providing an entirely cloud-free and homogeneous coverage. USA, Mexico, and Southern Canada: Full coverage with new 10-meter Sentinel-2 imagery now extends across these key North American territories. 100+ Cities Updated: Urban areas across the world are captured with greater detail, offering more recent and reliable views. 30 Updated Points of Interest: From mining operations to solar farms, PlanetSAT Global 2024 includes critical industrial features refreshed with Sentinel-2 imagery. Potash Evaporation Ponds in West Taiji Nai’er Lake, China – PlanetSAT 2024 Continuity with Clarity: Building upon the success of the sharpness filter introduced in the 2023 version, PlanetSAT 2024 maintains this feature. Users can continue to explore our planet with enhanced clarity. Virtually Cloud-free: PlanetSAT 10m imagery basemap offers an impressive cloud-free coverage of over 95% across the Earth’s surface, with only scattered cloud cover remaining in tropical regions. Our unique methodology leverages seasonal data to procure the best cloud-free imagery for each continent. Unlike common practices that alter cloudy areas’ colors to create a uniform appearance, our approach prioritizes data integrity.At each annual update, we meticulously source and integrate 100% cloud-free imagery into the basemap. This commitment ensures that our clients receive accurate and up-to-date geographic information, even in regions with complex cloud dynamics. Edinburgh, Scotland – PlanetSAT 2024 Seasonal Consistency: In PlanetSAT 2024, we maintain a dedicated commitment to seasonal uniformity, ensuring that selected images capture the vivid colors of spring and summer. By strategically choosing imagery from these seasons, we guarantee a seamless transition and consistency in colors throughout the entire basemap. This meticulous approach not only enhances the visual appeal but also offers a more unified understanding of geographic features across diverse regions. | |
