NOWCAST for the Next Generation Navy
Abstract
This project is one coordinated component of a larger effort to address specific operational decisions that are affected by meteorology and oceanography (METOC) processes. Our goal is to develop technology for a high-resolution weather data fusion (NOWCAST) system capable of blending and assimilating an ensemble of highly perishable, on-scene environmental data into an integrated picture of the battlespace environment. NOWCAST will provide the Navy or Joint METOC operator with a real-time, automated, web-based system to help monitor and characterize the impact of rapidly changing, operationally significant weather situations. NOWCAST offers a situational awareness framework that will enable warfighters and decision-makers to consider the impacts of the environment, which in turn will improve coordination and efficiency, both within the battlegroup and in the target area. Initially, the situational awareness of weather hazard information is primarily intended to support naval aviation in time critical/sensitive strike missions, but in the future, the capability may be extended to improve safety, navigation, ship self defense, special warfare, weaponeering, and other operational areas impacted by the environment. The NOWCAST system, data, and products will be owned, operated, maintained, and quality assured by the METOC office.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 30, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA572900
Entities
People
- John W. Cook
Organizations
- United States Naval Research Laboratory