Integrated synergy of stars, sky, and ground: China's first airborne survey of marine glaciers.

The first marine glacial aerial survey in our country is currently underway, and today is the third day of the survey. In addition to completing the investigation of marine glaciers through ground comprehensive surveys and helicopter airborne geophysical surveys, the survey team also has a "good helper" from space, which is remote sensing satellites. In this survey, in response to the challenges of high altitude, large area, and difficulties in field surveys in the distribution area of marine glaciers, the survey team leverages the technical advantages of remote sensing satellites with wide coverage and multiple monitoring elements. They have used two high-resolution satellites to scan and photograph the Rongbaba Glacier, allowing for quick acquisition of glacier range, elevation, and changes, and understanding the material balance and movement characteristics of the glacier. This time, with the addition of remote sensing satellites, the survey team has established an integrated glacier water resource survey and monitoring technology system, integrating space, air, and ground.