The GEOSAT radar altimeter is an improved version of the one flow on Seasat. The characteristics of the return signal from the ocean surface are discussed as a basis for understanding the altimetry process. The primary measurement provided by the altimeter are listed along with a description of altimeter hardware implementation. The processing and corrections to the raw measurements to yield the end-user data products are presented, followed by a summary of the altimeter's in-orbit performance.
The GEOSAT Radar Altimeter
Das Radar-Hoehenmessgeraet von GEOSAT
Johns Hopkins APL Technical Digest ; 8 , 2 ; 176-181
1987
6 Seiten, 10 Bilder, 1 Tabelle, 3 Quellen
Article (Journal)
English
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