Prof. Weng Qihao, Director of the JC STEM Lab of Earth Observations and Research Centre for Artificial Intelligence in Geomatics (RCAIG), and Editor-in-Chief of ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry & Remote Sensing, delivered a presentation at PolyU attended ISPRS Technical Commission IV Symposium 2024 in Perth, Australia this month.
In his conference presentation, Prof. Weng discussed how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming urban observation methods. He explained that modern technology now combines AI with various data sources from satellites to ground sensors, enabling unprecedented insights into city environments. By using street-level and nighttime imagery alongside other data, researchers can better understand physical landscapes, social activities, and human behaviour in urban areas. While AI promises to revolutionise how we study and manage cities, Prof. Weng noted that challenges remain in data management and security. His talk emphasised AI’s crucial role in advancing sustainable urban development goals.
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