Satellite-derived global sea surface temperature fields: 1982-1989

Authors

Otis B. Brown, Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science
Robert H. Evans, Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science
Peter Cornillon, University of Rhode Island

Document Type

Article

Date of Original Version

1-1-1991

Abstract

Satellite observation of ocean temperature using infrared radiometers on polar-orbiting satellites started in the 1960's and has continued to the present. This paper gives an historical overview, discusses current technology and reviews new activities. Three themes are explored in this discussion: (1) current capabilities, (2) documenting global change, and (3) EOSDIS AVHRR Pathfinder activities. © 1991.

Publication Title, e.g., Journal

Global and Planetary Change

Volume

4

Issue

1-3

Citation/Publisher Attribution

Brown, Otis B., Robert H. Evans, and Peter Cornillon. "Satellite-derived global sea surface temperature fields: 1982-1989." Global and Planetary Change 4, 1-3 (1991). doi: 10.1016/0921-8181(91)90089-F.