Digital Elevation Models (DEMs) are 3D representations of a terrain's surface created from terrain elevation data. They are used to depict the Earth's surface in a digital format, showing elevation values at various points over a geographic area. DEMs can be generated from a variety of sources, including: 1. **Remote Sensing**: Techniques like LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) or satellite imagery can capture elevation data from above the Earth's surface.
Earth observation remote sensors are tools and technologies used to collect data about the Earth's surface and atmosphere from a distance, typically from satellites or aircraft. These sensors capture various types of information by detecting electromagnetic radiation reflected or emitted from the Earth's surface. The data collected can be used for a wide range of applications, including environmental monitoring, climate change research, agriculture, urban planning, disaster management, and natural resource management.
Clement Matchett's Virginal Book is a collection of keyboard music from the late 16th century, specifically intended for the virginal, which is a type of early keyboard instrument similar to the harpsichord. The book is believed to have been compiled around the 1630s, though the exact date is uncertain. The collection features a variety of pieces, including dances, variations, and character pieces.
The Abtew Method is a specialized technique used for measuring the evapotranspiration (ET) rate from open water bodies and land surfaces. This method is particularly useful in hydrology and agricultural studies to estimate water loss due to evaporation and transpiration from plants. The method typically involves the use of meteorological data, including temperature, humidity, wind speed, solar radiation, and other relevant climatic variables.
GNSS reflectometry is a remote sensing technique that utilizes signals from Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), such as GPS, Galileo, Beidou, and GLONASS, to gather information about the Earth's surface and atmosphere. It involves measuring the signals that are reflected off the surface of the Earth, including bodies of water, land, and ice.
The Land Remote-Sensing Commercialization Act of 1984 is a United States federal law that was enacted to promote the commercial use of satellite remote sensing data. This legislation allowed private companies to engage in the commercial operation of remote sensing satellites, which collect data about the Earth's surface from space. Key provisions of the Act include: 1. **Licensing**: The Act permitted the U.S. government to issue licenses to private entities for the operation of remote sensing satellites.
The Capirola Lutebook is a significant music manuscript compiled in the 16th century, attributed to the Venetian musician and composer Silvestro Ganassi. It is named after the lute player and composer Giovanni Capirola, who is often associated with the collection. The manuscript is a key source for lute music, containing a variety of pieces for lute, including solo compositions and arrangements.
The Pepys Manuscript refers to a collection of musical compositions and writings that are preserved in a manuscript compiled by Samuel Pepys, a notable 17th-century English naval administrator and diarist. Pepys is particularly well-known for his detailed diary that provides insights into English life during the Restoration period. The manuscript itself contains a variety of music and lyrics, including pieces for instruments and songs, reflecting the musical tastes of the time.
The Ritson Manuscript is a collection of medieval English poetry, transcribed in the late 18th century by Joseph Ritson, an English antiquarian and scholar known for his work in the field of English literature and balladry. The manuscript includes a variety of texts, such as ballads, songs, and other forms of traditional English literature, showcasing the rich oral tradition of the time.
Character theory is a branch of mathematics, specifically within the field of representation theory of finite groups and algebra. It studies the characters of group representations, which are complex-valued functions that provide insight into the structure of the group. In essence, a character of a group representation is a function that assigns to each group element a complex number, which is the trace of the corresponding linear transformation in a representation.
Lie algebra representation is a mathematical concept used to study the structure and properties of Lie algebras through linear transformations of vector spaces. A Lie algebra is an algebraic structure that consists of a vector space equipped with a binary operation called the Lie bracket, which satisfies certain properties, including bilinearity, antisymmetry, and the Jacobi identity.
The universal enveloping algebra is a fundamental concept in the theory of Lie algebras and representation theory. Given a Lie algebra \(\mathfrak{g}\), its universal enveloping algebra, denoted as \(U(\mathfrak{g})\), is an associative algebra that encodes the structure of the Lie algebra in such a way that representation theory can be applied to it using methods of associative algebras.
Research vessels of Mexico refer to specialized ships or boats that are used for scientific research purposes in marine and aquatic environments. These vessels are equipped with advanced technology and instruments to conduct studies on various aspects of the ocean, such as marine biology, oceanography, geology, and environmental monitoring. Mexico, with its extensive coastlines along both the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, has several research vessels operated by different institutions, primarily focusing on fisheries, marine ecosystems, and oceanographic studies.
Research vessels of France refer to specialized ships and boats used by French institutions and organizations, such as the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), Ifremer (French Research Institute for Exploitation of the Sea), and various universities, for conducting scientific research in maritime environments. These vessels are equipped with advanced technologies and instruments for a wide range of marine research activities, including oceanography, marine biology, geology, hydrography, and fisheries science.
United States v. Pineda-Moreno is a significant case decided by the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in 2010. The case involved the warrantless use of a GPS tracking device by law enforcement. The defendant, Carlos Pineda-Moreno, was suspected of drug trafficking. Law enforcement officials installed a GPS device on his vehicle without a warrant, which tracked his movements for several weeks.
A Virtual Reference Station (VRS) is a technology used primarily in the field of geolocation and geodetic surveying. It is part of a network of reference stations that provide real-time kinematic (RTK) or post-processed kinematic (PPK) positioning services. VRS systems are designed to improve the accuracy of GPS or GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems) positioning by creating a virtual reference point that can be utilized by mobile GNSS receivers.
KRI Rigel (933) is a vessel of the Indonesian Navy, specifically classified as a fast attack craft. It is part of the KCR-40 class, which encompasses a series of vessels designed primarily for patrol and surveillance duties. KRI Rigel is notable for its modern design and capabilities, which include engaging in anti-surface and anti-air operations. The ship is equipped with various weapons systems and advanced technology to fulfill its role in national defense and maritime security.
The RV Atlantic Explorer is a research vessel that is operated by the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS). This vessel is specifically designed for oceanographic research and supports a variety of scientific studies, including marine biology, oceanography, and environmental monitoring. Equipped with advanced technology and laboratory facilities, it serves as a platform for researchers to conduct studies in the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding regions. The RV Atlantic Explorer plays a crucial role in advancing our understanding of marine ecosystems, climate change, and ocean health.

Pinned article: Introduction to the OurBigBook Project

Welcome to the OurBigBook Project! Our goal is to create the perfect publishing platform for STEM subjects, and get university-level students to write the best free STEM tutorials ever.
Everyone is welcome to create an account and play with the site: ourbigbook.com/go/register. We belive that students themselves can write amazing tutorials, but teachers are welcome too. You can write about anything you want, it doesn't have to be STEM or even educational. Silly test content is very welcome and you won't be penalized in any way. Just keep it legal!
We have two killer features:
  1. topics: topics group articles by different users with the same title, e.g. here is the topic for the "Fundamental Theorem of Calculus" ourbigbook.com/go/topic/fundamental-theorem-of-calculus
    Articles of different users are sorted by upvote within each article page. This feature is a bit like:
    • a Wikipedia where each user can have their own version of each article
    • a Q&A website like Stack Overflow, where multiple people can give their views on a given topic, and the best ones are sorted by upvote. Except you don't need to wait for someone to ask first, and any topic goes, no matter how narrow or broad
    This feature makes it possible for readers to find better explanations of any topic created by other writers. And it allows writers to create an explanation in a place that readers might actually find it.
    Figure 1.
    Screenshot of the "Derivative" topic page
    . View it live at: ourbigbook.com/go/topic/derivative
  2. local editing: you can store all your personal knowledge base content locally in a plaintext markup format that can be edited locally and published either:
    This way you can be sure that even if OurBigBook.com were to go down one day (which we have no plans to do as it is quite cheap to host!), your content will still be perfectly readable as a static site.
    Figure 2.
    You can publish local OurBigBook lightweight markup files to either https://OurBigBook.com or as a static website
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    Figure 3.
    Visual Studio Code extension installation
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    Figure 4.
    Visual Studio Code extension tree navigation
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    Figure 5.
    Web editor
    . You can also edit articles on the Web editor without installing anything locally.
    Video 3.
    Edit locally and publish demo
    . Source. This shows editing OurBigBook Markup and publishing it using the Visual Studio Code extension.
    Video 4.
    OurBigBook Visual Studio Code extension editing and navigation demo
    . Source.
  3. https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook-media/master/feature/x/hilbert-space-arrow.png
  4. Infinitely deep tables of contents:
    Figure 6.
    Dynamic article tree with infinitely deep table of contents
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    Descendant pages can also show up as toplevel e.g.: ourbigbook.com/cirosantilli/chordate-subclade
All our software is open source and hosted at: github.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook
Further documentation can be found at: docs.ourbigbook.com
Feel free to reach our to us for any help or suggestions: docs.ourbigbook.com/#contact