Preparation of Data Assimilation and Model Evaluation Experiment Data Sets
Abstract
The goal of DAMEE is briefly stated, first, because it provides the rationale for the experiment plan which, in turn, decides the data need for the four phases of the experiment. The preparation of the DAMEE data set consisted of a series of processes: (1) collection of observational data, (2) analysis and interpretation, (3) interpolation, using the Optimum Thermal Interpolation System (OTIS) package, (4) quality control and re-analysis, (5) data archiving and software documentation. The data products from these processes included a time series of 3-D fields of temperature and salinity, 2-D fields of surface dynamic height, 2-D bogus information of the Gulf Stream and rings system and XBT profiles. To date, they are the most detailed and high-quality data for mesoscale modeling, data assimilation and forecasting research. Feedback from ocean modeling groups who tested them were incorporated into the refinement of data. It is intended to make this data set easy to access. An ideal way is to put it into a few CD-ROMs. Suggestions for DAMEE data usage include (1) ocean modeling and data assimilation, (2) diagnosis and theoretical studies, and (3) comparisons with locally detailed observations, such as those in the SYNOP project to guide field programs.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1993
- Accession Number
- ADA269996
Entities
People
- C. A. Lai
- Wen Qian
Organizations
- University of Southern Mississippi