AR1/docs/analysis-tools/raster-comparison.md

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# Raster Comparison
Compare two raster datasets to identify differences.
## Overview
Raster comparison analyzes differences between two raster datasets, calculating change statistics and generating difference rasters.
## Inputs
- **Raster Dataset 1**: First raster dataset
- **Raster Dataset 2**: Second raster dataset
- **Comparison Method**: Difference calculation method
## Outputs
Comparison results containing:
- Difference raster
- Change statistics
- Summary report
## Comparison Methods
- **Difference**: Pixel value differences
- **Percent Change**: Percentage change
- **Ratio**: Ratio of values
## Example
```json
{
"raster_dataset_id_1": 125,
"raster_dataset_id_2": 126,
"method": "difference"
}
```
## Use Cases
- Change detection
- Time series analysis
- Quality comparison
- Validation
## Notes
- Rasters must have compatible extents
- Resampling may be required
- Results depend on comparison method
- Processing time depends on raster sizes
## Related Documentation
- [Analysis API](../api/analysis.md)
- [Raster Tools](raster.md)