Unsung Hero: Virginia Norwood and the Little Scanner That Revolutionized Earth Observation

Meet Virginia T. Norwood, the brilliant mind behind the 'Little Scanner That Could.' As the problem-solving maestro, she played a pivotal role in crafting the first space-based multispectral scanner on Landsat 1, reshaping Earth observation. Collaborating with NASA, USGS, and her team at Hughes, Norwood's ingenuity transformed groundbreaking technology into routine digital imagery of our planet from space. Discover the untold story of this space-tech pioneer and her lasting impact on how we view Earth! 🌐✨ #VirginiaNorwood #SpaceInnovation #LandsatMission #NASA #EarthObservation #SpaceTech