Whitecap Observations by Microwave Radiometers: With Discussion on Surface Roughness and Foam Contributions
Abstract
Ocean surface whitecaps manifest surface wave breaking. Most of the whitecap data reported in the literature are based on optical observations through photographic or video recording. The air in whitecaps modifies the dielectric properties of microwave emissions and scattering. Therefore, whitecap information is intrinsic to microwave signals. This paper discusses a method to retrieve the ocean surface whitecap coverage from microwave radiometer signals.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Pub Defense Publication
- Publication Date
- Jul 15, 2020
- Source ID
- 10.3390/rs12142277
Entities
People
- Paul Hwang
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research