Historical Events tagged with "landsat"

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Space Exploration

Launch of Landsat 3 from Vandenberg Air Force Base

March 5th, 1978 47 years ago

Landsat 3, the third satellite in the Landsat program, was launched to provide detailed imagery of Earth's surface to aid in resource management, environmental monitoring, and scientific research. Developed by NASA in collaboration with the United States Geological Survey, this satellite was equipped with advanced sensors to capture multispectral imagery. The launch took place from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, marking a significant advancement in Earth observation technology. Landsat 3 played a crucial role in furthering the understanding of natural and human-induced changes on the planet.

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Space Exploration

Launch of Landsat 1, First Earth-Resources Satellite

July 23rd, 1972 52 years ago

Landsat 1, the first satellite for Earth observation and resource management, was launched by the United States. This satellite was designed to monitor and collect information on the Earth's land and water resources. The launch was conducted from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, and it marked a significant advancement in remote sensing technology and environmental monitoring. Landsat 1's data would eventually provide insights for various fields, including agriculture, forestry, geology, and land-use planning.

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