Spectroscopy Imaging: Techniques and Applications for Today's Spectroscopists

Morning at Grasslands National Park | Image Credit: © jkgabbert - stock.adobe.com.

Utilizing a low-altitude unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), a hyperspectral remote-sensing system can identify key grass species indicating grassland degradation, developing an ASI index and classification rules and leveraging spectral differences and plant senescence reflectance to effectively monitor and evaluate grassland conditions and degradation.

Infrared thermography land mapping of a region with mountains and valleys showing colored gradients of heat due to different soil absorption of solar radiation. Aerial view of thermal scan imaging. | Image Credit: © Sweeann - stock.adobe.com.

This review explores the latest advancements in near-infrared (NIR) imaging technology, detailing its diverse applications such as tracking solvent diffusion in polymers, portable analysis systems in pharmaceuticals, high-speed polymer monitoring, and NIR imaging for fish embryo development research.