Interpretation of Structures over Oceanic Regions in DMSP Data.

Abstract

Images obtained by the Defense Meteorological Satellite Program (DMSP) over the Gulf of Mexico were interpreted. In differentiating the optical characteristics of various targets, hydrography, and the frequency of occurrence of features, it was concluded that structures recognized in the offshore region were not caused by chlorophyll concentration, current boundaries (temperature gradients), sea state, or sediments. It is suggested that the atmosphere might be the significant cause for the structures recognized over cloud-free regions by the DMSP. This conclusion will be limited strictly to the case studies presented.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA014320

Entities

People

  • Karl-heinz Szekielda

Organizations

  • University of Delaware

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Satellites
  • Atmospheres
  • Boundaries
  • Case Studies
  • Chlorophylls
  • Frequency
  • Hydrography
  • Isotherms
  • Meteorological Satellites
  • Offshore
  • Regions
  • Sediments
  • Temperature Gradients

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Atmospheric Remote Sensing.
  • Oceanography.
  • Theoretical Analysis.

Technology Areas

  • Space