| Abstract |
We are very pleased to invite you to attend the 3 rd International Symposium on Future Intelligent Earth Observing Satellites (FIEOS). The future of earth observing satellite systems lies with incorporating intelligence into these systems. The increasing need for acquiring timely information about Earth system processes and for early warning of natural and human disasters, combined with a need to control costs and for coping with increased system complexity, suggests that intelligent satellites are appropriate for deriving information quickly and in near real-time for dissemination to non-science user communities. Such intelligent systems could include space-based architectures capable of dynamic and comprehensive onboard integration of sensors, data processors, and communications. In order to further provide a stimulating environment for scientific presentations, interactive discussions, and information exchange on future intelligent Earth observing satellite systems, Internationalwork groups plan to host the third FIEOS in Beijing, China. |