E-Book, Englisch, 131 Seiten
Reihe: Physics and Astronomy
Tan Meteorological Satellite Systems
1. Auflage 2013
ISBN: 978-1-4614-9420-1
Verlag: Springer US
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: 1 - PDF Watermark
E-Book, Englisch, 131 Seiten
Reihe: Physics and Astronomy
ISBN: 978-1-4614-9420-1
Verlag: Springer US
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: 1 - PDF Watermark
“Meteorological Satellite Systems” is a primer on weather satellites and their Earth applications. This book reviews historic developments and recent technological advancements in GEO and polar orbiting meteorological satellites. It explores the evolution of these remote sensing technologies and their capabilities to monitor short- and long-term changes in weather patterns in response to climate change. Satellites developed by various countries, such as U.S. meteorological satellites, EUMETSAT, and Russian, Chinese, Japanese and Indian satellite platforms are reviewed. This book also discusses international efforts to coordinate meteorological remote sensing data collection and sharing.
This title provides a ready and quick reference for information about meteorological satellites. It serves as a useful tool for a broad audience that includes students, academics, private consultants, engineers, scientists, and teachers.
