Coordination of Marine Remote Sensing Activities with Special Emphasis on MARSEN
Abstract
Rapid developments in application of remote sensing techniques to oceanography came about because of the Seasat-1 initiative, the first oceanographic satellite designed to demonstrate such proof of concept. Simultaneous with and complementary to the Seasat objective, large-scale experiments were conducted to provide insight on the interaction between electromagnetic waves and the ocean surface. The Marineland and West Cost Experiments were the forerunners of such experiments. MARSEN was conducted during 15 August - 15 October, 1979 as the third of such large scale experiments. The present effort was staged to provide communication between and coordination of the various elements involved in the MARSEN field operations. The careful and advance planning for the MARSEN Experiment achieved unprecedented success in soliciting financial support for this complex experiment. The experiment was successfully executed according to the MARSEN test Plan. It is estimated that 90 - 95% of all data sought after was acquired. The extensive data sets and research topics are summarized in a Data Analysis Plan which will serve as a guide for the data analysis phase until the results are reported in the technical journals.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 31, 1980
- Accession Number
- ADA100647