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This challenge also expands the task to a multiclass feature extraction and characterization problem. The goal of SpaceNet 8 is to leverage both existing datasets and algorithms from SpaceNet Challenges 1–7 as well as new training data and a baseline algorithm, then apply them to a real-world disaster response scenario. With this need in mind, the SpaceNet 8 Flood Detection Challenge will focus on infrastructure and flood mapping related to hurricanes and heavy rains that cause route obstructions and significant damage. As these events become more frequent and severe, there is an increasing need to rapidly develop maps and analyze the scale of destruction to better direct resources and first responders. SpaceNet is run by co-founder Maxar and our partners Amazon Web Services (AWS), IEEE-GRSS, Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Topcoder.Įach year, natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes and floods significantly damage infrastructure and result in loss of life, property and billions of dollars. Announcing SpaceNet 8: Flood Detection Challenge Using Multiclass SegmentationĮditor’s note: SpaceNet is an initiative dedicated to accelerating open-source, artificial intelligence applied research for geospatial applications, specifically foundational mapping (i.e., building footprint and road network detection).