Posted on May 29, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Unveiling the Mystery: Real-time Imagery in GOES-East GeoColor City Lights Images
Outdoor GearThe GOES-East satellite is a geostationary satellite operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that continuously monitors weather conditions over the United States and surrounding regions. One of the most intriguing features of the satellite is its GeoColor imagery, which shows the Earth in vivid colors, highlighting clouds, oceans, and land. However, there
Posted on May 29, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Unleashing the Power of Weather Satellites: The Art of Wind Animation
Outdoor GearWeather satellites have revolutionized the way we study weather patterns and predict weather events. One of the most important applications of weather satellites is the generation of wind animations, which provide a comprehensive view of wind patterns over large areas. This information is critical to a wide range of industries, including aviation, agriculture, and offshore
Posted on May 28, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
The Science Behind Earth’s Flat Sea Level: An Exploration of Earth Observation Data.
Outdoor GearThe concept of sea level Sea level is the average height of the ocean surface. Because sea level is determined by the Earth’s gravity and rotation, it is not a flat surface. The shape of the sea surface is affected by many factors, including temperature, salinity, and ocean currents. The Moon’s gravitational pull also causes
Posted on May 28, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Unraveling the Mystery of Russia’s Warm Central Circle: Insights from Weather Satellites
Outdoor GearFor years, scientists have been puzzled by a mysterious warm circle in the middle of Russia. This area, several hundred kilometers in diameter, has been found to have temperatures significantly higher than the surrounding regions. The phenomenon has been observed through satellite images and has been a topic of interest among researchers in the field
Posted on May 28, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
How to Access and Interpret AVHRR Data from NOAA CLASS: A Guide for Weather Satellite Analysis
Outdoor GearThe Advanced Very High Resolution Radiometer (AVHRR) is a sensor aboard several weather satellites that provides data for weather forecasting and climate monitoring. Data collected by AVHRR include measurements of sea surface temperature, vegetation health, cloud cover, and atmospheric temperature profiles. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides access to AVHRR data through the
Posted on May 28, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Why is the ρστ absorption band named after ρ, σ, and τ? An Earth Observation Perspective
Outdoor GearThe ρστ absorption band, also known as the atmospheric window, is a spectral region in the electromagnetic spectrum where the Earth’s atmosphere is relatively transparent to incoming solar radiation. This region is characterized by three atmospheric gases: ρ (rho), σ (sigma), and τ (tau), which are responsible for absorbing radiation in this region. The ρστ