Frequently Asked Questions: EOSDA Help Center
General
What is EOS Data Analytics?
EOS Data Analytics (EOSDA) is a global provider of satellite-driven solutions in agriculture and forestry. We obtain and combine data from multiple sources, including proprietary satellites, to generate ready-to-use products and build custom features and tools to help you solve the most pressing business challenges using the latest technologies and the most prominent minds, according to our mission.
What satellites do you use?
Depending on the problem we need to solve, we choose the type of data needed and its source. For the EOSDA Crop Monitoring platform, we use Sentinel-2 (10 m per pixel resolution) as the main source, while Planet imagery with 3 m per pixel resolution and EOS SAT imagery with 1.5 m per pixel resolution can be ordered on the basic subscription.
If you need a satellite image with higher spatial resolution, the EOSDA LandViewer platform offers more options: Landsat, EOS SAT, TripleSat, KOMPSAT, SuperView, GeoSat, and others, with spatial resolutions up to 0.4 m per pixel.
Do you conduct webinars (schedule)?
Please check the list of our past and upcoming events. On our Youtube Channel, you will find the recordings of webinars and Video guides in different languages.
Do you have some packages for students / researchers? I need it for my research / studies.
We do! You can apply to our Academic Outreach program - specifically created for students, independent researchers, non-profit organizations, universities and scientists to drive the use of satellite-driven solutions for the benefit of mankind - and get a free Subscription for 3 months or a discount for the Subscription purchase.
Are your solutions sustainable?
All EOSDA solutions are developed and updated in accordance with 10 of 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals which perfectly aligns with our vision of making space technologies a global driver of sustainability.
None of the products seems to suit my needs. Are there any tailored solutions?
Our amazing RnD team can either tailor one of our existing solutions to meet all of your business needs or create a specific solution for you from scratch. Contact us to know more.
EOSDA Crop Monitoring
What is EOSDA Crop Monitoring?
EOSDA Crop Monitoring is a one-stop online satellite-driven platform for precision agriculture to assist food producers, insurers, input suppliers and other players with growing healthier crops at a lower cost. It assembles myriads of data, including crop rotation, weather conditions, vegetation indices, field activities, soil moisture and more — to inform critical decisions for maximum profit achieved in a sustainable way.
Can AI predict crop yield?
AI can surely help with that! The yield prediction solution is based on AI-models which are trained using different types of input data required for the model to generate the most accurate results. You will find more information on the Crop Yield Estimation page.
Can I try the platform out for free before buying a subscription?
Sure! You can test the platform’s capabilities for free for one field (gift field of up to 300 ha). As soon as you register on the platform, please check the gift sign button on the right-hand side of the screen. After you click on it, you will be offered to pass a short questionnaire and after it is done, the Gift field will be activated for you. The Gift field will let you try all the functionality of the Professional plan within 1 location of up to 300 ha size for free.
If you need a trial within any other functionality of ours, please reach us at support@eosda.com with the details and we will get back to you with the possible solution.
Should I buy a monthly or annual subscription? How much do I save?
It depends on your needs. You have a possibility to subscribe on a monthly basis to test the abilities of the services we provide and to make sure that the platform will meet your needs on a seasonal basis as well. We recommend purchasing an annual subscription as it will save you 50% of the yearly budget. Please find detailed information on the available Plans here.
How do you monitor crops?
Our platform is a one-stop solution to maximize remote monitoring of crop health throughout the whole growth season. It is equipped with a wide range of tools and features (vegetation indices, field activity log, scouting app, vegetation/productivity maps, etc.) that, applied to frequently updated satellite images of your fields, allow you to track the state of vegetation at every stage of crop development. The platform considers multiple factors affecting crops: weather forecasts, history of crop rotation, field productivity, elevation, soil moisture levels, accumulated precipitation etc. It also helps you keep track of all the field activities during pre-sowing, vegetation and harvesting periods.
To learn more about the platform’s functionality, feel free to create an account and give it a try with a free Gift field.
What type of crop is your platform suitable for? / Which crops can be monitored by the platform?
Our platform is suitable for almost any type of crop. Vegetation indices we use to remotely assess crop health are not tied to any specific agricultural crop type. To get the most precise reading, please add the crop type in the field parameters by selecting it from the list.
If you cannot find your crop type in the list, just email us at support@eosda.com and we will add it for you!
What kind of data can I download from the platform?
Once you subscribe to our services you can download all types of data, such as vegetation index readings, tiff. or shp. files with the geometry of your field and values of vegetation indices in each dot/pixel, historical weather and forecast, VRA maps, scouting reports, field leaderboards, activity log reports, and many more. You will see the classic "arrow down" download button next to each parameter available for downloading.
What weather parameters are available in EOSDA Crop Monitoring and at what resolution?
The platform provides access to a number of weather parameters:
- historical data (accumulated and daily precipitation, daily temperatures, the sum of active temperatures), evapotranspiration, global radiation, humidity, wind speed, etc.
- a 14-day weather forecast shows minimal and maximum temperatures, wind speed and direction, expected humidity, evapotranspiration, global radiation, and cloudiness percentage.
The resolution of the provided data is 90x90 meters, brought by Meteomatics.
What resolution of satellite imagery is available on the platform?
Currently, our platform combines three different sources of satellite imagery:
- 10 m per pixel, 5-day revisit from Sentinel-2
- 3 m per pixel, daily revisit from PlanetScope module
- 1.5 m resolution with 6-10 day revisit from EOS SAT-1
What is the earliest period the images are available for? / Can I get the images from the last 50 years?
You can access satellite imagery from Sentinel-2 with a resolution of 10 meters per pixel obtained regularly (every 5-6 days at the equator and every 2-3 days in the middle latitudes) since its launch in the mid 2016.
Do you have a mobile application? Is the full functionality available within it?
Yes, you can download it from GooglePlay (for Android) or AppStore (for IOS). The functionality is slightly limited compared to the web version for reasons of convenience for users and more specific purposes of using the application (mainly for Scout tasking).
We will be glad to hear what you would like to add. Email us at support@eosda.com and share your experience.
EOSDA API
What is EOSDA API Connect?
The EOSDA API is a RESTful API that allows you to integrate satellite data either into your own application or into an existing GIS application.
EOSDA API Connect is a REST API designed for integration of the satellite data and crop monitoring tools into your own application, offering compatibility with both custom and existing GIS applications. Our API specialist will be glad to consult you on the available packages and pricing.
Please reach us at sales@eosda.com with a brief overview of your needs and challenges and we will get back to you shortly!
Where can I find documentation?
Detailed documentation explaining all the features and options of our API can be found here. In case further assistance is needed, do not hesitate to contact our technical support api.support@eosda.com.
What satellite sources are available via API?
Sentinel-2, Sentinel-1, Landsat 8, Landsat 9, Landsat 4, Landsat 5, MODIS, NAIP and CBERS4. For more information, go to the reference section of our documentation.
What is your weather provider?
At the moment, we obtain weather data primarily from Meteomatics and a number of other weather providers.
What is the resolution of your weather data?
The resolution depends on the provider, ranging from 9.2 by 9.2 km to 90x90 meters (Meteomatics).
Meteomatics weather data comes with a number of important advantages that will help you gain the highest level of precision possible to inform better decisions and build reliable analytics. These include:
- historical weather data since 1979
- forecast data, ensemble and trend forecasts up to 7 months
- up to 1500 different weather parameters
- 90 meter resolution in any location on the globe
- combined data from more than 25 weather models
What data is available through your API?
API data includes images and statistical information obtained from different satellites, a wide range of vegetation indices with a possibility to use spectral bands individually and in custom combinations generating personalized indices, elevation maps, radar images, weather data, productivity and vegetation maps and much more.
Please visit our API documentation page to see the full list of the available dataset.
How much does the access to your API cost?
The API tariff is based on the monthly number of requests made to the server and is charged on an annual basis. For more information please contact our sales department at sales@eosda.com.
Can I test the API before purchasing it?
Sure! We offer free trials before purchasing a subscription. To start a trial, please register at EOSDA API Connect platform, and send the email address you registered with at api.support@eosda.com requesting a Trial. Our specialist will get back to you with the details and confirmation. While you are waiting for our reply, feel free to learn how to work with EOSDA API in the Quickstart section of our documentation.
How many requests are needed to download one image?
The number of requests varies between 1 and 3, depending on the method you choose. Our request package covers all cases. Contact us api.support@eosda.com to get a free trial and try it for yourself.
Can you download the time series images for a given period of time in one request only?
It can be done in 1 or 2 requests depending on whether you want to download an image as a complete tile (1 request) or as an AOI with a specific shape according to the set coordinates (2 requests).
EOSDA LandViewer
What is EOSDA LandViewer?
EOSDA LandViewer is a satellite imagery analytics and observation tool that offers low, medium and high-resolution satellite images from multiple providers. It's an all-in-one platform which allows on-the-fly searching, visualizing, and processing of data by applying more than 20 indices and band presets for extracting insights from satellite data to tackle real business tasks and challenges from various verticals.
Can I see images in real time?
Satellite images are not typically "real-time" in the sense of instantaneous or live feed. The images captured by satellites are usually processed and transmitted to Earth with a delay, ranging from minutes to hours, depending on the satellite and the processing pipeline.
LandViewer offers access to satellite imagery that is frequently updated, allowing users to observe changes and events as they occur on Earth's surface. You can see the repeat cycle for each satellite we have in LandViewer by going to Search Settings and selecting Passive sensors as a Source, for example. Then click on the information icon near the satellite you're interested in.
More detailed information about Satellites can be found here.
Can I see through the ground to search for gold/treasure?
Unfortunately, LandViewer, as an Earth observation platform, does not offer capabilities to look underground, search for gold, or locate treasures. It primarily provides access to satellite imagery and remote sensing data captured from Earth's surface, focusing on visualizing and analyzing changes and patterns in various surface features.
To search for underground resources like gold or treasures, specialized techniques such as geological surveys, geophysical methods (like ground-penetrating radar or magnetometry), and other exploration technologies are typically employed. These methods involve physical measurements and analysis conducted on-site or through specialized equipment, not through satellite imagery platforms like LandViewer.
To find out more about the platform, feel free to check this page with the product description.
What functionality do I get within the subscription?
Our Pro plan provides you with full access to all the functionality in LandViewer with subscription, meaning:
- unlimited access to satellite images from multiple providers at 10-100 m/pixel resolution
- unlimited indices and band presets used on top of the images, including custom band combinations you can create DIY
- change detection to observe dynamic processes such as urban development, natural disasters, and environmental changes and assess aftermath
- time series analysis for identifying patterns and trends in the past, as well as forecasting future values
- easy unlimited showcasing the outcomes as a time-lapse animation to share on social media, add to articles, researches, etc.
- ability to download the image itself, with metadata, band combinations without limits or share it via WMS to save both time and device storage capacity
- get email notifications for you AOI about new scenes or index changes
Are high-resolution images included in the subscription?
The high-resolution images are not included in any LandViewer subscription plan. The subscription provides you with the imagery of 10-100 m/pixel resolution.
If you need high-resolution images, you'll need to order each of them separately as we get data from commercial satellites and each image has its own price.
The high-resolution images available for ordering in the product are the archive images with a resolution between 0.3 and 2.0 m/px, which are provided as a GeoTIFF file according to your AOI (area of interest) to your personal account in 2-3 days after your order. The price depends on your AOI. To learn more, please refer to our Satellite Imagery Price List. Feel free to contact our support team for any assistance you need. Or you can make a search and place an order by yourself using a short video guide.
What formats of images are available for downloading?
You can download selected images in one of the three supported formats: GeoTIFF, KMZ, JPEG.
To get a better understanding of how to work with LandViewer, please use this video tutorial.