Lineament Identification
Lineaments, such as folds and faults may be manifested as topographic relief. The ability to image lineaments is a result of the side-looking configuration of radar which highlights relief.

RADARSAT beam mode - The beam mode chosen is dependent on the area coverage and level of detail required. Generally, Fine and Standard beam modes are best suited for detailed lineament identification, while Wide and ScanSAR are better for regional identification.

RADARSAT incidence angle - Steep incidence angles are ideal for enhancing the subtle topographic relief of lineaments.

Look direction - A look direction perpendicular to direction of lineaments enhances their detectability. The acquisition of both ascending and descending passes maximizes the number of lineaments that can be identified.

When to acquire RADARSAT data - Acquire data when lineament information is required.