Laboratory

The use of satellite-based remote sensing datasets and Geographic Information System (GIS) applications is steadily increasing and has become an integral part of hydrological and water resources research. To support these activities, the Remote Sensing and GIS Applications (RSA) Laboratory serves as a common advanced computing facility of the Institute and is attached to the Water Resources Systems Division (WRSD), NIH Roorkee. The laboratory facilitates scientific studies and research on diverse aspects of hydrology and water resources through the integration of remote sensing and GIS platforms. It plays a crucial role in providing support for Institute-funded, sponsored, and consultancy projects, where RS and GIS techniques are applied for data analysis, modeling, and decision support. The RSA Laboratory is well-equipped with a range of specialized software, including ArcGIS, ERDAS Imagine, and ENVI, enabling advanced geospatial analysis and image processing. The hardware facilities include an A0 Colortrac Smart-F Image Scanner, Laser Printer, and Differential GNSS (Promark 120) for accurate collection of location and altitude information. In addition to research and project support, the laboratory is actively used during interactive training, awareness, and capacity-building programmes organized by the Institute, focusing on the applications of remote sensing and GIS in water resources and related fields.

A view of the Remote Sensing and GIS Laboratory