Polarization Characteristics of Ocean Frontal Features Associated with Airborne Radar Imagery
Abstract
Our long-term goal is to contribute to the development of techniques and instrumentation for radar remote sensing of the ocean surface. This study involves the use of multiple-polarization, real-aperture, airborne imaging radars for remotely detecting and tracking submesoscale oceanic processes, such as water-mass fronts and surfactant slicks. We seek a better understanding of the interaction between polarized electromagnetic waves, the ocean surface, and hydrodynamic flows. The results of our study should help to design optimal radar system configurations for remotely sensing ocean surface parameters in the future.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 30, 1997
- Accession Number
- ADA628160
Entities
People
- David J. Mclaughlin
Organizations
- Northeastern University