AlphaEarth Foundations: Transforming Global Mapping with Unified Earth Data
Earth observation data, gathered from satellites, aircraft, and ground sensors, covers a vast and complex range of information about the planet. This data exists in many formats and has traditionally been managed separately, which complicates efforts to form a comprehensive view of Earth's surface. A new approach seeks to unify these extensive datasets into a single representation to streamline analysis and enhance accuracy. TL;DR AlphaEarth Foundations integrates diverse Earth observation data into a unified model for improved mapping. Data integration faces challenges such as varying resolution, timing, and quality, alongside safety considerations. The model’s safety measures can limit flexibility, requiring a balance between reliability and utility. Unified Earth Observation Data AlphaEarth Foundations is designed to consolidate large-scale Earth observation data into a consistent format. It processes inputs from satellite imagery, climate ...