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If the satellites are spread out as a big baseline telescope? Or there are other problems that even that method can't solve when watching the ground?
Drakkith said:A newspaper headline when viewed from orbit is on the order of 50-100 milliarcseconds in size. This is barely within the resolution threshold of the Hubble Space Telescope for point-sources, so I'm a bit skeptical about the resolution of a spy satellite.
As NRO telescopes, the optics were designed for looking at objects on Earth to provide up to 3.9 inch resolution from 200 mi. altitude or higher.
I doubt we could read a newspaper from space, but, see little practical use for such resolution
Yes, depending on the resolution and quality of the satellite image, it is possible to read text and see images on a newspaper from a satellite image.
Satellites use high-resolution cameras to capture images of the Earth's surface. These cameras are able to zoom in and capture detailed images of objects on the ground, including newspapers.
The resolution and quality of the satellite image, as well as the size and font of the text on the newspaper, can affect its readability. Environmental factors such as weather and lighting can also impact the clarity of the image.
Yes, satellite images of newspapers can be used for various research and analysis purposes, such as monitoring media coverage in different regions or tracking the spread of information.
Some satellite images of newspapers may be publicly available, but others may be restricted or require a fee to access. It depends on the source and purpose of the satellite image.