This session aims to bring together researchers and experts in the field of geologic
mapping and cartography, focusing on terrestrial, marine and planetary
environments. Despite significant advancements in mapping the remotest and most
inhospitable places on Earth, vast areas remain unexplored due to technical and/or
financial challenges. Some of these regions are crucial, as they hold the potential to
uncover important geological and habitat information to facilitate future exploration
and an overall better understanding of challenging environments. Similarly, space
exploration has seen numerous missions to Mars and the Moon, yet there is a need
for a collaborative approach to geologic mapping across different environments to support science discovery and exploration.
These remote locations are commonly associated with the ocean floor, logistically challenging terrestrial regions, and or planetary surfaces. Extreme environmental conditions are found in hot deserts, under the ice, in high-mountain ranges, in volcanic edifices, hidden underneath dense canopy cover, or located within the near-surface crust. All such locations are prime targets for remote sensing mapping in a wider sense.
This session invites contributions that explore innovative techniques and methods for
field and remote sensing data collection, integration of diverse datasets, and the use
of digital interoperable formats for geological maps.
Topics discussed at the session will include:
* Ocean mapping using manned and unmanned vehicles and devices
* Planetary geologic mapping
* Offshore exploration using remote sensing techniques
* Geologic investigation of desert environments
* Innovative techniques for field and remote sensing data collection
* Integration of non-common datasets
* International cooperation
* Digital formats and interoperability/usability of geological maps
* Geologic mapping programs from national and space agencies
* Cartographic representation
* Derived or specialized maps (alteration, ore/resources, geotechnical)
The goal of this session is to foster collaboration between marine, terrestrial and
planetary geoscientists, highlighting the similarities, differences, and open issues in
geologic mapping. By sharing knowledge, techniques and methods, we aim to fill potential
gaps and enhance our understanding of these environments.
Geologic Mapping in Challenging Environments: From Ocean Floors to Outer Space
Co-organized by PS7
Convener:
Alessandro Frigeri
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Co-conveners:
Kristine Asch,
Anu Kaskela,
Jens Klump,
Wajiha IqbalECSECS,
Alexandra HuffECSECS,
Marco Pantaloni