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

Potential applications range from portable medical diagnostics and wearable health monitors to environmental remote sensing and food quality analysis.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

Fulweber said this insight was possible because of the collaborative environment at Toolik Field Station, where specialists in paleoecology, GIS, and remote sensing work closely together.

From Science Daily • Jan. 14, 2026

According to a press release from the Italian culture ministry, the area is remote and not accessible by paths, so drones and remote sensing technology will be employed instead.

From BBC • Dec. 16, 2025

"The remote sensing techniques we refined in this paper are the exact same methods we can use to monitor safety issues close to home," he explained.

From Science Daily • Dec. 16, 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