SOFOS - A new Satellite-based Operational Fog Observation Scheme

SOFOS - A new Satellite-based Operational Fog Observation Scheme

This thesis introduces a new technique for the operational observation of fog from space. The scheme presented uses the Meteosat-8 SEVIRI system for near-real-time detection of low stratus and ground fog areas.

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Main Author: Cermak, Jan
Contributors: Bendix, Jörg (Prof. Dr.) (Thesis advisor)
Format: Doctoral Thesis
Language:English
Published: Philipps-Universität Marburg 2006
Subjects:
Satellitenfernerkundung
Meteosat Second Generation (MSG)
Meteosat-8 SEVIRI
Weather analysis and prediction
Nebel
Angewandte Geographie
Geografie, Reisen
Angewandte Meteorologie
Boundary layer structure and processes
Solar radiation
Geography & travel
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Summary:This thesis introduces a new technique for the operational observation of fog from space. The scheme presented uses the Meteosat-8 SEVIRI system for near-real-time detection of low stratus and ground fog areas.
Physical Description:165 Pages
DOI:10.17192/z2006.0149

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