TED: The mission to create a searchable database of Earth's surface | Will Marshall

The video discusses Planet's Mission 1, which aimed to image the entire Earth daily and make the data accessible. This mission was achieved by launching a large fleet of satellites. The imagery is used in agriculture, mapping, security, and disaster response. Planet's Mission 2 involves using AI to index objects in satellite images, creating a searchable database of Earth's objects. This technology can help track illegal activities and monitor changes. The ultimate goal is to create a 'Queryable Earth,' allowing users to query data about Earth's objects and changes over time, similar to how Google indexes the internet.

What was the primary goal of Planet's Mission 1?

• To image the entire Earth daily

• To explore Mars

• To develop new rocket technology

• To build a space station

How many satellites does Planet have in orbit as part of Mission 1?

• 500

• 50

• 100

• 200

Which of the following is NOT a use of Planet's satellite imagery?

• Assisting in disaster response

• Enhancing online maps

• Improving crop yields

• Predicting weather patterns

What is Planet Stories primarily designed for?

• Designing architectural models

• Developing video games

• Providing up-to-date satellite imagery

• Creating social media content

What is the focus of Planet's Mission 2?

• Exploring the Moon

• Building a new space station

• Combining space and AI

• Launching more satellites

What does the concept of 'Queryable Earth' involve?

• Searching for extraterrestrial life

• Mapping the ocean floor

• Tracking weather changes

• Indexing Earth's objects to make them searchable

How does Planet's Mission 2 plan to use AI?

• To find objects in satellite images

• To simulate space travel

• To create virtual reality experiences

• To develop new AI languages