The theme of the GRSS '98 emphasizes the role of remote sensing for managing limited natural resources. It covers topics such as: applications of remote sensing; electromagnetic problems; data processing techniques; geophysical models; and techniques and instrumentation.

Written for students, remote sensing specialists, researchers and SAR system designers, Processing of SAR Data shows how to produce quality SAR images. In particular, this practical reference presents new methods and algorithms concerning the interferometric processing of SAR data with emphasis on system and signal theory, namely how SAR imagery is formed, how interferometry SAR images are created, and a detailed mathematical description of different focussing algorithms. Starting with the processing basics and progressing to the final geo-coded SAR data product, the book describes the complete processing steps in detail. Algorithms based on the effects of side-looking geometry are developed to correct foreshortening, shadowing and layover.

Issues for 1973- cover the entire IEEE technical literature.

The theme of IGARSS'99, Remote Sensing of the System Earth - A Challenge for the 21st Century, reflects the expectation that earth observation based on satellite remote sensing can significantly contribute to the future study of our environment and the changes it is undergoing, whether from natural causes or human activities. The wide range of topics suggested for presentation is not only an indication of the interdisciplinary nature of this complex task, it also implies an essential need for integrated approaches in remote sensing in order to meet the challenge of modeling and understanding a system as complex as our environment.