Role of passive remote sensors. Sensor System Panel report
Abstract
Capabilities of present passive systems are described and the development of passive remote sensing systems for the more abundant tropospheric trace species is recommended. The combination of nadir-viewing spectrometers and solar occultation for tropospheric measurement of those gases having large stratospheric burdens is discussed. Development of a nadir-viewing instrument capable of obtaining continuous spectra in narrower bands is recommended. Gas filter radiometers for species specific measurements and development of a spectral survey instrument are discussed. Further development of aerosol retrieval algorithms, including polarization techniques, for obtaining aerosol thickness and size distributions is advised. Recommendations of specific investigations to be pursued are presented.
- Publication:
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In its Tropospheric Passive Remote Sensing p 35-54 (SEE N82-26637 17-35
- Pub Date:
- June 1982
- Bibcode:
- 1982tprs.nasa...35.
- Keywords:
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- Atmospheric Composition;
- Radiometers;
- Remote Sensors;
- Spectrometers;
- Trace Contaminants;
- Troposphere;
- Aerosols;
- Algorithms;
- Broadband;
- Gases;
- Optical Filters;
- Polarimeters;
- Product Development;
- Spectral Reconnaissance;
- Technology Assessment;
- Instrumentation and Photography