Book Review - Earth Imaging and the Geolocation Revolution

Veteran geodesist and author Thomas P. Ager joins hosts Adam Simmons and Daryl Murdock on Project Geospatial to demystify the complex science of geolocation and Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR). Ager unpacks concepts from his latest book, Earth Imaging and the Geolocation Revolution, challenging the GEOINT community to stop treating satellite imagery as a "flat sheet of rubber". The episode tackles the hidden potential of SAR phase data, the mechanics of Rational Polynomial Coefficients (RPC) for rapid positioning, and the urgent need to overcome technical illiteracy with smarter, more accessible open-source tools. Tune in to discover how bridging the gap between advanced orbital data and user-friendly applications is actively transforming the future of spatial intelligence.

Adam Simmons

Geospatial Industry Consultant | Founder, Project Geospatial

Adam Simmons is a geospatial technology liaison and strategic advisor with over 20 years of experience across the defense and commercial sectors. A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he specialized in imagery analysis and order of battle before transitioning to executive leadership as the CEO of Midgard Raven, LLC and the founder of Project Geospatial, a 501(c)(3) dedicated to highlighting innovation within the geospatial ecosystem. Adam bridges the gap between technical development and market storytelling, leveraging his extensive background as a journalist and industry consultant to help companies navigate complex technology landscapes.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamsimmonsgeo
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