Ocean Optics Protocols for Satellite Ocean Color Sensor Validation, Volume 1 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781289271626)

This document stipulates protocols for measuring bio-optical and radiometric data for the SIMBIOS Project. It supersedes the earlier version, and is organized into four parts: Introductory Background, Instrument Characteristics, Field Measurements and Data Analysis, Data Reporting and Archival. Changes in this revision include the addition of three new chapters: (1) Fundamental Definitions, Relationships and Conventions; (2) MOBY, A Radiometric Buoy for Performance Monitoring and Vicarious Calibration of Satellite Ocean Color Sensors: Measurement and Data Analysis Protocols; and (3) Normalized Water-Leaving Radiance and Remote Sensing Reflectance: Bidirectional Reflectance and Other Factors. Although the present document represents another significant, incremental improvement in the ocean optics protocols, there are several protocols that have either been overtaken by recent technological progress, or have been otherwise identified as inadequate. Revision 4 is scheduled for completion sometime in 2003. This technical report is not meant as a substitute for scientific literature. Instead, it will provide a ready and responsive vehicle for the multitude of technical reports issued by an operational Project.

Author: Nasa Technical Reports Server (Ntrs)
ISBN-10: 1289271623
ISBN-13: 9781289271626
Publisher: Bibliogov
Language: English
Published: 08/02/2013
Pages: 150
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 9.69h x 7.44w x 0.32d