Mathematics – Logic
Scientific paper
Dec 1992
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1992lpico.789..116s&link_type=abstract
In Lunar and Planetary Inst., Papers Presented to the International Colloquium on Venus p 116-117 (SEE N93-14288 04-91)
Mathematics
Logic
Data Processing, Magellan Spacecraft (Nasa), Pattern Recognition, Planetary Evolution, Planetary Geology, Radar Data, Spatial Distribution, Venus (Planet), Volcanoes, Data Acquisition, Frequency Distribution, Geomorphology, Image Resolution, Radar Imagery, Radar Tracking
Scientific paper
The Magellan data is a treasure-trove for scientific analysis of venusian geology, providing far more detail than was previously available from Pioneer Venus, Venera 15/16, or ground-based radar observations. However, at this point, planetary scientists are being overwhelmed by the sheer quantities of data collected--data analysis technology has not kept pace with our ability to collect and store it. In particular, 'small-shield' volcanos (less than 20 km in diameter) are the most abundant visible geologic feature on the planet. It is estimated, based on extrapolating from previous studies and knowledge of the underlying geologic processes, that there should be on the order of 105 to 106 of these volcanos visible in the Magellan data. Identifying and studying these volcanos is fundamental to a proper understanding of the geologic evolution of Venus. However, locating and parameterizing them in a manual manner is very time-consuming. Hence, we have undertaken the development of techniques to partially automate this task. The goal is not the unrealistic one of total automation, but rather the development of a useful tool to aid the project scientists. The primary constraints for this particular problem are as follows: (1) the method must be reasonably robust; and (2) the method must be reasonably fast. Unlike most geological features, the small volcanos of Venus can be ascribed to a basic process that produces features with a short list of readily defined characteristics differing significantly from other surface features on Venus. For pattern recognition purposes the relevant criteria include the following: (1) a circular planimetric outline; (2) known diameter frequency distribution from preliminary studies; (3) a limited number of basic morphological shapes; and (4) the common occurrence of a single, circular summit pit at the center of the edifice.
Anderson Charles H.
Aubele Jayne C.
Crumpler Larry S.
Smyth Paul
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