Electromagnetic Scattering and SAR Imaging from Target and Complex Marine/Ground Environment: Method and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Electromagnetic scattering and synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imaging are pivotal in advancing our understanding and capabilities in remote sensing. Electromagnetic scattering involves the study of how electromagnetic waves interact with objects, which is fundamental for interpreting radar signals. SAR, a radar imaging technology, leverages these principles to produce high-resolution images of landscapes, including both terrestrial and marine environments.

SAR has emerged as a transformative technology in various applications, such as environmental monitoring, disaster management, military reconnaissance, and maritime surveillance. The technology's ability to penetrate clouds and operate during day or night provides a significant advantage over optical imaging systems. Recent advancements in SAR technology and electromagnetic theory have further enhanced the accuracy and efficiency of data acquisition and interpretation, enabling more detailed and reliable analyses of complex environments. However, the accurate interpretation of SAR data often hinges on a deep understanding of how electromagnetic waves interact with different targets and their surrounding environments. This complex interplay of scattering phenomena, particularly within challenging marine and terrestrial environments, presents significant challenges for researchers and practitioners alike.

This Special Issue aims to advance the understanding and application of electromagnetic scattering models and SAR imaging techniques for analyzing complex targets and their interactions with marine and terrestrial environments. We invite submissions that address the latest methods, algorithms, and applications that enhance our ability to interpret and utilize SAR data in these challenging scenarios.

The scope of this Special Issue encompasses a broad range of topics, including, but not limited to, the following:

• Theoretical advancements in electromagnetic scattering models and algorithms;
• Novel SAR imaging techniques and enhancements in image processing;
• The integration of SAR with other remote sensing technologies, such as multispectral, hyperspectral, and thermal imaging;
• Applications of SAR in target detection and classification;
• Applications of SAR in monitoring marine environments, including oceanography and maritime surveillance;
• Applications of SAR in terrestrial environments, such as land cover change detection, forestry, and agriculture;
• Real-world case studies demonstrating the use of SAR and electromagnetic scattering in complex environments;
• Multiscale and multisource data integration approaches for comprehensive environmental analysis;
• AI-driven SAR data analysis;
• AI-driven electromagnetic scattering models and algorithms.

Dr. Shuirong Chai
Dr. Anqi Wang
Prof. Dr. Lixin Guo
Prof. Dr. Juan Li
Guest Editors

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• SAR imaging
• target detection
• marine/ground environment
• artificial intelligence
• deep learning
• environment monitoring