Ocean Remote Sensing Research and Applications at APL

Scientists and ensincers in the APL. Space Department have made nutabli contributions to ocean remote sensing science and technology for more than a quarter of a century. Radar altimeters designed and built at APL have set the standard for measurement precision and reliability, and concepts for new instruments promise to maintain this leadership. A variety of techniques have also been developed to extract quantitative information about ocean winds, waves, and currents from radar images. These accomplishments provide some of the technology base needed for the development of integrated ocean information systems that can address environmental issues ranging from climate change to management of marine resources.

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