NOAA's Role in Space-Based Global Precipitation Estimation and Application - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook NOAA's Role in Space-Based Global Precipitation Estimation and Application write by National Research Council. This book was released on 2007-03-13. NOAA's Role in Space-Based Global Precipitation Estimation and Application available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) uses precipitation data in many applications including hurricane forecasting. Currently, NOAA uses data collected from the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) satellite that was launched in 1997 by NASA in cooperation with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency. NASA is now making plans to launch the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) mission in 2013 to succeed TRMM, which was originally intended as a 3 to 5 year mission but has enough fuel to orbit until 2012. The GPM mission consists of a "core" research satellite flying with other "constellation" satellites to provide global precipitation data products at three-hour intervals. This book is the second in a 2-part series from the National Research Council on the future of rainfall measuring missions. The book recommends that NOAA begin its GPM mission preparations as soon as possible and that NOAA develop a strategic plan for the mission using TRMM experience as a guide. The first book in the series, Assessment of the Benefits of Extending the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (December 2004), recommended that the TRMM mission be extended as long as possible because of the quality, uniqueness, and many uses of its data. NASA has officially extended the TRMM mission until 2009.
Assessment of the Benefits of Extending the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission
Assessment of the Benefits of Extending the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Assessment of the Benefits of Extending the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission write by National Research Council. This book was released on 2006-08-22. Assessment of the Benefits of Extending the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Launched jointly in 1997 by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) is a satellite mission that placed a unique suite of instruments, including the first precipitation radar, in space. These instruments are used to monitor and predict tropical cyclone tracks and intensity, estimate rainfall, and monitor climate variability (precipitation and sea surface temperature). TRMM has been collecting data for seven years; this data is used by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center, the National Center for Environmental Prediction, and the National Hurricane Center, among others worldwide. In July 2004, NASA announced that it would terminate TRMM in August 2004. At the request of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the White House, and the science community, NASA agreed to continue TRMM operations through the end of 2004. Meanwhile, NASA asked a National Research Council (NRC) committee to provide advice on the benefits of keeping TRMM in operation beyond 2004. After holding a workshop with a number of experts in the field, the committee found that TRMM will contribute significantly to operations and science if the mission is extended; and therefore, strongly recommends continued operation of TRMM with the caveat that cost and risk will need to be further examined before a final decision about the future of TRMM can be made.
Assessment of the NASA Applied Sciences Program
Assessment of the NASA Applied Sciences Program - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Assessment of the NASA Applied Sciences Program write by National Research Council. This book was released on 2007-09-27. Assessment of the NASA Applied Sciences Program available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Remote sensing data and models from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) are the basis for a wide spectrum of scientific research endeavors and are key inputs to many public and private services. The NASA Applied Sciences Program (ASP) and its precursors have been tasked with ensuring the extension of NASA Earth observation data and associated research into practical applications for society through external partnerships. With approximately five years having elapsed under the current ASP structure, and a growing government-wide emphasis on societal benefits in its Earth observing programs, NASA and the ASP leadership asked the National Research Council to assess ASP's approach in extending NASA research results to practical, societal applications. The report recommends that ASP partnerships should focus not only federal agencies but alsoon direct engagement of the broader community of users. The report also recommends that ASP enhance communication and feedback mechanisms with its partners, with the end users and beneficiaries of NASA data and research, and with the NASA organization.
Measuring Precipitation from Space
Measuring Precipitation from Space - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Measuring Precipitation from Space write by V. Levizzani. This book was released on 2007-05-11. Measuring Precipitation from Space available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. No other book can offer such a powerful tool to understand the basics of remote sensing for precipitation, to make use of existing products and to have a glimpse of the near future missions and instruments. This book features state-of-the-art rainfall estimation algorithms, validation strategies, and precipitation modeling. More than 20 years after the last book on the subject the worldwide precipitation community has produced a comprehensive overview of its activities, achievements, ongoing research and future plans.
Restructuring Federal Climate Research to Meet the Challenges of Climate Change
Restructuring Federal Climate Research to Meet the Challenges of Climate Change - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Restructuring Federal Climate Research to Meet the Challenges of Climate Change write by National Research Council. This book was released on 2009-04-25. Restructuring Federal Climate Research to Meet the Challenges of Climate Change available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Climate change is one of the most important global environmental problems facing the world today. Policy decisions are already being made to limit or adapt to climate change and its impacts, but there is a need for greater integration between science and decision making. This book proposes six priorities for restructuring the United States' climate change research program to develop a more robust knowledge base and support informed responses: Reorganize the Program Around Integrated Scientific-Societal Issues Establish a U.S. Climate Observing System Support a New Generation of Coupled Earth System Models Strengthen Research on Adaptation, Mitigation, and Vulnerability Initiate a National Assessment of the Risks and Costs of Climate Change Impacts and Options to Respond Coordinate Federal Efforts to Provide Climate Information, Tools, and Forecasts Routinely to Decision Makers
