Remote Sensing Technologies for Earthquake Management
Abstract
Seismic investigations have been improved significantly due to technological innovations, particularly in remote sensing. In this regard, unmanned aerial vehicles, satellite imagery, and geographic information systems are essential for monitoring, analyzing, and mitigating earthquake impacts. Unmanned aerial vehicles are crucial for fault line mapping, real-time surveillance, and damage assessment, providing high-resolution data for emergency response and reconstruction planning. In conjunction with unmanned aerial vehicles, ground motion calculations supported by remote sensing as satellite-based instruments and ground-based sensors are vital for understanding seismic forces and designing resilient structures. Moreover, interferometric synthetic aperture radar offers precise detection of ground displacements and enhances structural integrity assessments and seismic hazard modeling. Accordingly, earthquake prediction has been improved by integrating remote sensing, geographic information systems, and artificial intelligence to identify precursors and predict earthquake locations and magnitudes. Satellite thermal sensors and radar monitor ground movements and anomalies contribute to more accurate predictions. Furthermore, remote sensing data supports seismic hazard assessments, informing building codes, land-use planning, and disaster preparedness by identifying areas at risk of severe shaking, landslides, and soil liquefaction. Finally, these technologies and related advancements have greatly enhanced our ability to understand and respond to earthquakes, improving disaster management and mitigation strategies.
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How to cite
Abdalzaher, M. S., & Saad, O. M. (2025). Remote Sensing Technologies for Earthquake Management. Remote Sensing for Geophysicists, 485–497. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003485278-41