Fast soil erosion investigation and dynamic analysis in the loess plateau of China by using information composite technique Original Research Article

Based on the information source of Landsat TM data, colour aerial photographs and ground investigation data, remote sensing and GIS techniques were used for the task of soil erosion types and intensity classification in Shanxi province during May–July. As a result, the reliable data and maps were provided in time to National Water Conservancy Ministry and local water conservancy departments. The research reflects the advantages of integration of RS and GIS techniques, which is worth popularizing and applying.