remote sensing

American  

noun

1. the science of gathering data on an object or area from a considerable distance, as with radar or infrared photography, to observe the earth or a heavenly body.

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remote sensing British  

noun

1. the use of an instrument, such as a radar device or camera, to scan the earth or another planet from space in order to collect data about some aspect of it

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• remote-sensing
  adjective

Example Sentences

For his doctoral research, LaSala worked with professor Temuulen "Teki" Sankey, an expert in remote sensing, to create detailed maps of several cave systems.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

While reviewing satellite and remote sensing data, Ochwat noticed something unexpected.

From Science Daily • Feb. 26, 2026

Satellite remote sensing data and airborne survey measurements were used to monitor how the lake fills and drains, as well as the paths water takes inside the glacier.

From Science Daily • Jan. 5, 2026

"These incidents include only those that HRL corroborated through either remote sensing, open source documentation, or a combination of both methods and are likely an undercount," its report said.

From BBC • Oct. 15, 2025

Since 1972, the U.S. has conducted experimental civil remote sensing through Landsat satellites, thereby realizing many successful applications.

From State of the Union Address by Carter, Jimmy