WorldView 3 Laterite

Laterite Index for WorldView 3

Geology Satellite Provider: MAXAR

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Applications

Geological Mapping

Iron Ore Detection

Weathering Zone Mapping

Laterite Formation Analysis

Mineral Exploration

Quick Stats

Category: geology

Sensor: WorldView 3

Provider: MAXAR

Bands Used: 2

Description

Geological index for detecting laterite formations and iron-rich weathering zones. Particularly effective for identifying lateritic soils and weathered surfaces.

Formulas

General Formula

WorldView 3 Specific Formula

SWIR1 / SWIR3

Spectral Band Visualization

Band Wavelengths

SWIR0: 1600-1700 nm

SWIR1: 2145-2185 nm

Code Examples

laterite.py

References

ASTER band ratio studies