Measurements and Applications
Ku-band Real-aperture radar (RAR) system, multi-incindence beams(0-10°) and azimuth scanning. Measurement of 2D ocean waves spectrum
Full Name
Surface Waves Investigation and Monitoring
Status
Operational
Instrument Agencies
Maturity
Instrument Type
Scatterometers 
Geometry
Instrument Technology
Radar scatterometer
Sampling
Other
Data Access
Constrained Access
Data Format
netcdf
Resolution
50x50km on 2D spectra
Accuracy
accuracy for wave estimates: minimum detectable wavelength of about 70 m, maximum detectable wavelength about 500m, accuracy in wave propagation direction of about 15°, accuracy in wavelength of 10 to 20%, accuracy in significant wave height of 10% or better than 40-50 cm (TBC)
CFOSAT - Chinese-French Oceanic SATellite (2018 - 2026) |