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Can a spy satellite see a person through a vertical window, i.e., with line of sight near the horizon?
Imaging horizontally through the atmosphere refers to using remote sensing techniques, such as satellites or ground-based sensors, to capture images of the Earth's surface from a horizontal perspective.
Traditional photography captures images from a vertical perspective, while imaging horizontally through the atmosphere captures images from a horizontal perspective. This allows for a wider coverage area and can provide valuable information about the Earth's surface and atmosphere.
Imaging horizontally through the atmosphere can provide information about land use and land cover, vegetation health, atmospheric conditions, ocean characteristics, and more. This information can be used for various applications such as agriculture, weather forecasting, and environmental monitoring.
Imaging horizontally through the atmosphere allows for continuous monitoring of large areas, which is especially useful for studying changes over time. It also provides a unique perspective and can reveal patterns and relationships that are not visible from traditional vertical images.
One of the main challenges is atmospheric interference, such as clouds and haze, which can obscure the images and affect the accuracy of the data. Additionally, the angle of the sun and the time of day can also impact the quality of the images. Calibration and correction techniques are often used to address these challenges.