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International Workshop on Satellite Analysis of Tropical Cyclones (IWSATC-3): Final report
WMO, 2022In this report, we summarize the reported changes in TC satellite analysis techniques since IWSATC-I (2011) and highlight the continued development of existing objective analysis methods as well as the emergence of new algorithms.
Published by: WMO ; 2022
In this report, we summarize the reported changes in TC satellite analysis techniques since IWSATC-I (2011) and highlight the continued development of existing objective analysis methods as well as the emergence of new algorithms.
Notes: Online workshop: 7–10 December 2021
Language(s): English
Format: Digital (Free)Tags: Tropical Cyclone Programme (TCP) ; Tropical cyclone ; Satellite
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SP, 14. RA II and RA V Survey on the Use of Satellite Data
The purpose of the present RA II and RA V Survey on the Use of Satellite Data 2018 is to collect up-to-date information on WMO Members’ capabilities and needs regarding the use of satellite data in meteorological, climate, water and related environmental applications.
The survey was conducted under the leadership of the WMO Regional Coordination Groups on Satellite Data Requirements for Regional Association II and Regional Association V, that are the Regional Association II World Meteorological Organization (WMO) Integrated Global Observing System (WIGOS). Project to Develop Support for ...
Published by: WMO ; 2020 (2020 edition)
The purpose of the present RA II and RA V Survey on the Use of Satellite Data 2018 is to collect up-to-date information on WMO Members’ capabilities and needs regarding the use of satellite data in meteorological, climate, water and related environmental applications.
The survey was conducted under the leadership of the WMO Regional Coordination Groups on Satellite Data Requirements for Regional Association II and Regional Association V, that are the Regional Association II World Meteorological Organization (WMO) Integrated Global Observing System (WIGOS). Project to Develop Support for National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) in Satellite Data, Products and Training and the Regional Association V Task Team on Satellite Utilization.Collection(s) and Series: SP- No. 14
Language(s): English
Format: Digital (Free)Tags: WMO Space Programme (SAT) ; Satellite ; Data dissemination ; Guidelines ; Technical Publications
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Satellite Signals from Space: Smart Science for Understanding Weather and Climate
Want to know about COSMIC, and how satellite signals can provide information about Earth's atmosphere? This video provides anyone interested in the topic with a brief overview of the Constellation Observing System for Meteorology, Ionosphere, and Climate, called COSMIC. Targeted to students and teachers in Grades 5-9 but accessible to anyone, the video introduces the latest COSMIC mission (COSMIC-2), which uses satellites orbiting near Earth to measure how the atmosphere affects signals from global positioning system (GPS) satellites high above the surface. This technique is called radio occul ...
Available online: https://www.meted.ucar.edu/training_module.php?id=1425
Published by: The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research ; 2019
Want to know about COSMIC, and how satellite signals can provide information about Earth's atmosphere? This video provides anyone interested in the topic with a brief overview of the Constellation Observing System for Meteorology, Ionosphere, and Climate, called COSMIC. Targeted to students and teachers in Grades 5-9 but accessible to anyone, the video introduces the latest COSMIC mission (COSMIC-2), which uses satellites orbiting near Earth to measure how the atmosphere affects signals from global positioning system (GPS) satellites high above the surface. This technique is called radio occultation and measures the bending of the GPS signal in the atmosphere. The observations offer scientists very accurate information to improve weather forecasts, especially for tropical events such as hurricanes. COSMIC also helps scientists monitor a part of Earth's upper atmosphere called the ionosphere and provides long-term records for understanding Earth's climate. This video is part of the UCAR Center for Science Education's Satellites and Weather Teaching Box.
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The responsibility for opinions expressed in articles, publications, studies and other contributions rests solely with their authors, and their posting on this website does not constitute an endorsement by WMO of the opinion expressed therein.
WMO shall not be liable for any damages incurred as a result of the use of its website. Please do not misuse our website.Language(s): English
Format: Digital (Standard Copyright)Tags: Climate ; Weather ; Meteorology ; Climatology ; Atmosphere ; Satellite ; Weather forecasting ; Hurricane ; Humidity ; Water ; Numerical weather prediction ; Ionosphere ; Remote sensing ; Lesson/ Tutorial ; Tropics ; Satellite Skills and Knowledge for Operational Meteorologists
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Satellite Foundational Course for JPSS: SatFC-J (SHyMet Full Course Access)
The Satellite Foundational Course for JPSS (SatFC-J) is a series of short lessons focused on topics related to microwave remote sensing and Joint Polar Satellite System instruments and capabilities. Hosted by the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA), this resource provides access to the full set of course lessons, which were developed specifically for National Weather Service (NWS) forecasters. The lessons provide foundational training to help forecasters and decision makers maximize the utility of the U.S.’ new-generation polar-orbiting environmental satellites. The cou ...
Available online: https://www.meted.ucar.edu/training_module.php?id=1614
Published by: The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research ; 2019
The Satellite Foundational Course for JPSS (SatFC-J) is a series of short lessons focused on topics related to microwave remote sensing and Joint Polar Satellite System instruments and capabilities. Hosted by the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA), this resource provides access to the full set of course lessons, which were developed specifically for National Weather Service (NWS) forecasters. The lessons provide foundational training to help forecasters and decision makers maximize the utility of the U.S.’ new-generation polar-orbiting environmental satellites. The course is intended to help learners develop and improve their understanding of the value and anticipated benefits of JPSS, including improved monitoring of meteorological, environmental, and climatological phenomena and related hazards. The full listing of lessons is accessible through the SHyMet website. [Note that NOAA personnel should access the lessons through the Commerce Learning Center (CLC).] Training developers include VISIT/SHyMet staff from the Cooperative Institutes at CIMSS and CIRA; COMET; the Cooperative Institute for Mesoscale Meteorological Studies (CIMMS); the Short-term Prediction Research and Transition Center (SPoRT); and the NWS Office of the Chief Learning Officer (OCLO).
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The responsibility for opinions expressed in articles, publications, studies and other contributions rests solely with their authors, and their posting on this website does not constitute an endorsement by WMO of the opinion expressed therein.
WMO shall not be liable for any damages incurred as a result of the use of its website. Please do not misuse our website.Language(s): English
Format: Digital (Standard Copyright)Tags: Meteorology ; Observations ; Satellite ; Weather forecasting ; Precipitation ; Remote sensing ; Training ; Lesson/ Tutorial ; Satellite Skills and Knowledge for Operational Meteorologists
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SP, 13. WMO 2016 Survey on the Use of Satellite Data
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) commissioned the WMO 2016 Survey on the Use of Satellite Data to collect information on the availability and use of satellite data and products for meteorological and related environmental applications by users globally, and to identify obstacles and areas for improvement. WMO carries out this global Survey every four years, and the results from the previous 2012 Survey1 are used as a baseline in this report wherever possible.
Published by: WMO ; 2019 (2019 edition)
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) commissioned the WMO 2016 Survey on the Use of Satellite Data to collect information on the availability and use of satellite data and products for meteorological and related environmental applications by users globally, and to identify obstacles and areas for improvement. WMO carries out this global Survey every four years, and the results from the previous 2012 Survey1 are used as a baseline in this report wherever possible.
Collection(s) and Series: SP- No. 13
Language(s): English
Format: Digital (Free)Tags: WMO Space Programme (SAT) ; Satellite ; Data dissemination ; Guidelines ; Technical Publications
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Satellite Data Telecommunication Handbook
This handbook is a guide to using satellite telecommunication systems and is provided as an attachment to the Guide to the WMO Information System (WMO-No. 1061). It is intended for scientists and managers who are considering using satellite communications to collect data from remote instrumentation located either on land or at sea. The handbook aims to provide an overview of the state of the market at the time of writing (April 2018) so that users can quickly identify which satellite services are appropriate for their needs. Since the market is evolving rapidly, an online version will be made ...
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GOES-R Series Multilingual Training Resources
This listing of multilingual training materials for the GOES-R series includes both foundational lessons and quick guides developed by various partners at the request of the U.S. National Weather Service and NESDIS. The selections included here represent materials translated to Spanish and Portuguese. Training contributors include COMET, RAMMB/CIRA, CIMSS, and SPoRT. Translation contributors/reviewers include the Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (SMN) in Argentina and the University of São Paulo in Brazil.
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Operational Environmental Monitoring Applications using the Community Satellite Processing Package (CSPP)
This resource demonstrates the variety of satellite imagery and products accessible through the Community Satellite Processing Package (CSPP). Two videos, the first focused on imagery applications and the second on microwave applications, provide an overview of the types of weather and environmental information available through CSPP. Using CSPP, forecasters and others needing timely access to data can download and display imagery and products from Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) instruments. The resource provides some background information for obtaining and using the CSPP software, which ...
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SP, 12. Guidelines on Satellite Skills and Knowledge for Operational Meteorologists
This document describes the underpinning skills that support the WMO competencies that relate to the use of satellite data by operational meteorologists.
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SP, 12. 指导业务气象工作者提高卫星技能和知识的原则
世界气象组织 (WMO) - 世界气象组织 (WMO), 2018本文件介绍了可支持业务气象工作者使用卫星资料的WMO能力领域的基础技能。这些技能包括:
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البرنامج الفضائي, 12. المبادئ التوجیهیة بشأن المهارات والمعارف الساتلیة اللازمة لأخصائیي الأرصاد الجوية التطبیقیة
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КП, 12. Руководящие принципы по навыкам и знаниям в области использования спутниковых данных для оперативных метеорологов
В настоящем документе описаны фундаментальные навыки, подкрепляющие компетенции ВМО, связанные с использованием спутниковых данных оперативными метеорологами.
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SP, 12. Directives sur les aptitudes et connaissances des météorologues des services d’exploitation en matière de satellites
Le présent document décrit le socle d’aptitudes qui sous‑tend les champs de compétence de l’Organisation météorologique mondiale (OMM) relatifs à l’utilisation des données satellitaires par les météorologues des services d’exploitation.
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PE, 12. Directrices sobre aptitudes y conocimientos satelitales para meteorólogos de los servicios de operaciones
El presente documento describe las aptitudes fundamentales en apoyo de las competencias de la Organización Meteorológica Mundial (OMM) relativas al uso de datos satelitales por meteorólogos de los servicios de operaciones.
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Basic Satellite Imagery Interpretation
This lesson teaches the basics of satellite image interpretation to forecasters, meteorology students, and other interested learners, with an emphasis on the African region. It begins by briefly describing visible, infrared, and water vapour channels, as well as RGBs and derived products. From there, it teaches learners how to interpret clouds and surface features using various channels and products. This sets the stage for the final section, where learners practice identifying features using assorted imagery and products. The lesson uses Meteosat Second Generation imagery over Africa and, to ...
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Gravity for Geodesy II: Applications
Gravity is an important part of geodesy, with implications for height measurements and many other applications. In this module, we explore the concept of equipotential surfaces and relate them to gravity. Then we discuss geodetic applications that rely on accurate gravity measurements, including leveling surveys and floodplain mapping. We introduce a special surface based on gravity, called the gravimetric geoid, and explain why we want to use it as a reference datum. We discuss how to measure Earth’s gravity and introduce you to the National Geodetic Survey’s GRAV-D project, including how and ...
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Training Tutorials and Datasets for GOES-R/JPSS New Generation Satellite Aerosol Products
These free training resources include video tutorials as well as case studies with accompanying data and imagery. The resources introduce the new generation of aerosol products available from the JPSS series of polar-orbiting satellites (SNPP/VIIRS) and the GOES-R series of geostationary satellites (GOES-16/ABI). Users will learn about the types of satellite aerosol products available, including aerosol optical depth/thickness (AOD/AOT) and aerosol detection (smoke/dust masks), as well as complimentary satellite products, such as fire radiative power (FRP) hotspots and visible color imagery (R ...
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Met 101: Basic Weather Processes
This lesson provides an overview of basic weather processes, beginning with how the distribution of incoming solar energy helps to establish Earth’s atmospheric circulations. Learners will gain an understanding of the differences between weather and climate, and how Earth’s winds tend to have dominant patterns determined by region. An introduction to atmospheric stability, clouds, precipitation processes, and thunderstorm characteristics is also included, along with an introduction to weather impacts affecting aviation operations.
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Handbook on Use of Radio Spectrum for Meteorology : Weather, Water and Climate Monitoring and Prediction
World Meteorological Organization (WMO) ; International Telecommunication Union (ITU) - WMO, 2017 (WMO-No. 1197)The Handbook provides comprehensive technical and operational information on current observation applications and systems and on the use of radio frequencies by meteorological systems, including meteorological satellites, radiosondes, weather radars, wind profiler radars and spaceborne remote sensing instruments. It is intended for the meteorological (i.e. weather, water and climate) and radiocommunication communities, including governmental institutions, industry as well as the general public.
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Guidelines on Best Practices for Achieving User Readiness for New Meteorological Satellites
The current publication presents, in an integrated manner, best practices for user-readiness projects performed by user organizations (for example, NMHSs) as well as for satellite development programmes in support of user readiness. Definitions of and a timeline for deliverables are presented that should be made available by the satellite development programmes to user-readiness projects. The best practices documented here therefore apply to both user organizations (section 3) and satellite operators (section 5). The primary audiences for this publication are Members of the Coordination Group ...
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Manual - Utilización del espectro radioeléctrico en meteorología : observación y predicción del clima, de los fenómenos meteorológicos y de los recursos hídricos
Organización Meteorológica Mundial (OMM); Unión Internacional de Telecomunicaciones (ITU) - OMM, 2017 (OMM-No. 1197)El Manual contiene información técnica y operacional completa sobre las actuales aplicaciones y sistemas de observación y sobre la utilización de frecuencias radioeléctricas por sistemas meteorológicos, incluidos satélites meteorológicos, radiosondas, radares meteorológicos, radares de perfil del viento y sistemas de teledetección a bordo de vehículos espaciales. Está destinado a las comunidades meteorológica (es decir, la que estudia los fenómenos meteorológicos, los recursos hídricos y el clima) y de radiocomunicaciones, incluidas las instituciones gubernamentales, la industria y el público ...
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Manuel Utilisation du spectre radioélectrique pour la météorologie : surveillance et prévisions concernant le climat, le temps et l’eau
Organisation météorologique mondiale (OMM); Union internationale des télécommunications (ITU) - OMM, 2017 (OMM-No. 1197)Ce Manuel donne des informations techniques et opérationnelles complètes sur les systèmes et applications actuels d'observation et sur l'utilisation des fréquences radioélectriques par les systèmes météorologiques: satellites météorologiques, radiosondes, radars météorologiques, radars profileurs de vent, instruments de télédétection spatiale, etc. Il s'adresse à tous les membres intéressés des communautés de la météorologie (temps, eau et climat) et des radiocommunications, y compris les institutions publiques et le secteur privé, et au grand public.
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Справочник Использование радиочастотного спектра в метеорологии : прогнозирование и мониторинг погоды, климата и качества воды
Всемирная Метеорологическая Организация (BMO); Международный союз электросвязи (ITU) - BMO, 2017 (BMO-No. 1197)В справочнике содержится обширная техническая и оперативная информация о существующих приложениях и системах наблюдения и об использовании радиочастот метеорологическими системами, включающими метеорологические спутники, радиозонды, метеорологические радары, радары для профилирования ветра, а также приборы спутникового дистанционного зондирования. Он предназначен для метеорологического сообщества (т. e. погода, вода и климат) и сообщества электросвязи, включая государственные учреждения, отрасль и широкую общественность.
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气象用无线电频谱手册 : 天气、水、气候监测和预测
该手册提供了现有观测应用和系统以及气象系统所使用无线电频率方面的详尽记述和操作信
息,包括气象卫星、无线电探空仪、天气雷达、风廓线雷达和空基遥感仪器等。本书适用于气象 (即天气、水和气候)和无线电通信界人士(包括政府机构、业界和普通大众)。
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دليل استعمال الطيف الراديوي في الأرصاد الجوية: المراقبة والتنبؤ فيما يتعلق بالطقس والماء والمناخ
المنظمة العالمية للأرصاد ; International Telecommunication Union (ITU) - المنظمة العالمية للأرصاد, 2017 (مجموعة مطبوعات المنظمة-No. 1197)ويقدم هذا الدليل معلومات تقنية وتشغيلية شاملة بشأن تطبيقات الرصد الحالية ونظمها، واستعمال نظم الأرصاد الجوية للترددات الراديوية، بما فيها سواتل الأرصاد الج وية والمسابير الراديوية ورادارات الطقس ورادارات تصوير الريح وأجهزة الاستشعار عن ب عد المحمولة في الفضاء. وهو موجه للمتخصصين في الأرصاد الجوية )الطقس والماء والمناخ، على سبيل المثال( وفي هيئات الاتصالات الراديوية، بما فيها المؤسسات الحكومية، وقطاع الصناعة وعامة الجمهور
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