Hyperspectral and Thermal Infrared Remote Sensing for Mineral Exploration

Dear Colleagues,

In recent years, hyperspectral satellites covering the visible–shortwave infrared range have been launched globally, including PRISMA, EnMAP, GF-5, ZY1-02D, ZY1-02E, and GF-5B. These advancements have enhanced the role of remote sensing in geological applications, particularly in mineral exploration. Both traditional spectral analysis and machine learning techniques have been developed to improve the performance of hyperspectral remote sensing in lithologic classification and mineral mapping. Meanwhile, some thermal infrared sensors, such as Sustainable Development Scientific Satellite-1 (SDGSAT-1), exhibit great potential for the classification and extraction of specific rocks and alterations due to their high spatial resolution, making remote sensing data applicable to a wider variety of mineral types.

This Special Issue invites submissions of original scientific research related to hyperspectral and thermal infrared remote sensing applications in mineral exploration worldwide. The Special Issue focuses on the following topics: 1) the spectroscopic mechanism of rocks and minerals; 2) advanced methods and typical applications of visible–shortwave infrared and thermal infrared data for mineral exploration; and 3) the application of multi-platform hyperspectral data (including spaceborne, airborne, ground, and drill core) in mineral exploration.

Prof. Dr. Lei Liu
Dr. Jingjing Dai
Dr. Yaqian Long
Guest Editors

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