Satellites Produce Ocean Surface Images
Posted on: Monday, 5 February 2007, 09:00 CST
Australian scientists say ocean surface images from remote sensing satellites can benefit yacht racers, fishing enthusiasts and marine industries.
The Australian Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization says such satellite imagery can show ocean currents, surface temperatures and sea heights, speed, and direction of ocean currents.
The information is valuable for the fishing industry chasing oceanic frontal systems where the fish are feeding; yacht race competitors looking for the quickest ride on an ocean current, or climatologists assessing ocean conditions that lead to cloud formation and rain.
Remote-sensing also offers a particularly efficient and cost-effective tool for mapping and managing Australia's vast land and maritime areas, scientists said.
Six satellite receiving stations have been established to receive the data from operational meteorological satellites. The scientific organization has also established a specialist Remote Sensing Unit at its laboratories in Hobart to develop the use of satellite and other remotely-sensed data for coastal, ocean and climate applications.
Source: United Press International
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