Robust Littoral Characterization using Electro-Optical Sensors
Abstract
The long-term goal of nearshore processes research has been to develop a predictive understanding of the fluid dynamics of a random wave field shoaling over the complicated bathymetry of a natural beach or tidal inlet, and the response of the erodible bottom to those overlying wave and current motions (Holman et al., 1990). Success requires not only knowledge of nearshore physics but also an ability to collect and incorporate input geophysical data required as inputs to numerical models. Our immediate objectives are to develop and test algorithms for the estimation of required nearshore geophysical variables based primarily on optical signals or on combinations of optical data with other remote sensing modalities. In order to allow proper data assimilation or resulting estimates, we also require methods to estimate confidence intervals.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 30, 2011
- Accession Number
- ADA557166
Entities
People
- Robert A. Holman
Organizations
- Oregon State University