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Geospatial technology for natural resource management /

Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Kanga, Shruti, 1984- (Editor), Meraj, Gowhar, Singh, Suraj Kumar, Farooq, Majid, Nathawat, M. S.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Hoboken, NJ : Beverly, MA : John Wiley & Sons, Inc. ; Scrivener Publishing LLC, 2024.
Subjects:
Natural resources > Management > Technological innovations.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Cover
  • Series Page
  • Title Page
  • Copyright Page
  • Contents
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgements
  • Introduction
  • Chapter 1 Hydro-Chemical Characterization and Geospatial Analysis of Groundwater for Drinking and Agriculture Usage in Bhandara District, Central India
  • 1.1 Introduction
  • 1.2 Study Area
  • 1.3 Methodology
  • 1.3.1 Data Used
  • 1.3.2 Descriptive Statistics Analysis
  • 1.3.3 Mann-Kendall Test (Non-Parametric Test)
  • 1.3.4 Regression Model (Parametric Test)
  • 1.3.5 Spearman's Rank Correlation Coefficient
  • 1.3.6 Inverse Distance Weighing
  • 1.3.7 Groundwater Quality
  • 1.3.8 Piper Diagram
  • 1.3.9 Groundwater for Drinking and Irrigation Purposes
  • 1.4 Results and Discussion
  • 1.4.1 Statistical Characteristics
  • 1.4.2 Trend Analysis
  • 1.4.3 Linear Regression Analysis
  • 1.4.4 Spatial-Temporal Rainfall Distribution
  • 1.4.5 Effects of Water Pollution
  • 1.4.5.1 Solution Steps
  • 1.4.5.2 Chemical Constituents of Groundwater
  • 1.4.6 Drinking and Irrigation Purposes
  • 1.5 Conclusion
  • References
  • Chapter 2 Technology-Driven Approaches to Enhance Disaster Response and Recovery
  • 2.1 Introduction
  • 2.1.1 The Importance of Disaster Management and the Challenges Faced During Emergencies
  • 2.1.2 The Critical Role of Technology in Improving Disaster Response, Mitigation, and Recovery Efforts
  • 2.1.3 Literature Review Related to Various Technology- Driven Approaches to Supplement Disaster Response and Recovery Strategies
  • 2.2 Early Warning Systems
  • 2.2.1 Remote Sensing and Satellite Technology
  • 2.2.1.1 Use of Remote Sensing and Satellite Technology for Monitoring Natural Disasters such as Hurricanes, Floods, and Wildfires
  • 2.2.1.2 Role of Satellite Imagery in Helping Early Detection, Tracking, and Prediction of Disaster Events
  • 2.2.1.3 Examples of Successful Early Warning Systems Implemented Using Remote Sensing Data
  • 2.2.2 Sensor Networks and Internet of Things (IoT)
  • 2.2.2.1 The Role of Sensor Networks and IoT Devices in Disaster Management
  • 2.2.2.2 Use of Sensors to Monitor Various Parameters Like Temperature, Humidity, Seismic Activity, and Water Levels to Provide Early Warnings
  • 2.2.2.3 The Importance of Data Integration and Real-Time Communication in Ensuring Timely Responses
  • 2.3 Emergency Communication and Information Management
  • 2.3.1 Mobile Technologies
  • 2.3.1.1 Use of Mobile Phones, SMS Alerts and Mobile Apps in Disseminating Emergency Alerts and Information
  • 2.3.1.2 Benefit of Using Mobile Technologies in Coordinating Rescue Operations, Locating Survivors and Providing Critical Updates to Affected Populations
  • 2.3.1.3 Case Studies Where Mobile Technologies Played a Pivotal Role in Disaster Management
  • 2.3.2 Social Media and Crowdsourcing
  • 2.3.2.1 The Significance of Social Media Platforms in Disaster Management