How to explore Pixxel Imagery?

Pixxel's hyperspectral imaging satellites provide valuable Earth observation data with detailed spectral information. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to explore and access these images through the platform.

Getting Started with Pixxel Constellations

To begin exploring Pixxel's hyperspectral imagery:

1. Navigate to the Explore page on the platform
2. Look for the Heatmap icon in the tools panel on the right side of the screen

3. You can select any one or all satellites simultaneously by checking the corresponding boxes in the Heatmap panel.

Exploring Available Imagery

Once you've selected your preferred satellites:

1. Zoom out to a global view to see all available image locations
2. Red pins on the world map indicate locations where Pixxel imagery is available
3. Each pin represents a specific image capture from one of the Pixxel satellites

Viewing Image Details

To examine a specific image:

1. Click on a red pin of interest on the map
2. The selected area will be displayed with its boundaries outlined.

Accessing Full Image Data

To request access to the full hyperspectral image:

1. On the image preview panel, click the three-dot menu (⋮) and then select “View more information.”

1. Hover over the Image ID field and copy the Image ID from the highlighted value.

2. Share this ID with your contact person at Pixxel to gain access to the full hyperspectral dataset