Generation of Cartographic Quality Base Maps Using CARTOSET-1 Stereo Images in Conjunction with DGPS Measurements

Abstract

High Resolution CARTOSAT-1 Satellite with its along track stereo Capability has opened a number of Applications, With Fore and aft Images looking at +26 and -5 respectively, the Satellite is looking the Same terrain forming a Stereo Pair having Spatial Resolution 2.5 m and Temporal Resolution of , between the Pairs, Less than a Minute, one of the Application thought of is the Cartographic Quality base map generation and its Validation, A base map on desired Scales is a prerequisite of most of the studies with aims at creation of data base required for natural resources management, development planning, Facility Management and infrastructure development Traditionally these base maps are prepared by Surveying.