Shuttle Imaging Radar experiment

C. Elachi, W. E. Brown, J. B. Cimino, Timothy H. Dixon, D. L. Evans

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Abstract

The shuttle imaging radar (SIR-A) acquired images of a variety of the earth's geologic areas covering about 10 million square kilometers. Structural and geomorphic features such as faults, folds, outcrops, and dunes are clearly visible in both tropical and arid regions. The combination of SIR-A and Seasat images provides additional information about the surface physical properties: topography and roughness. Ocean features were also observed, including large internal waves in the Andaman Sea.

Original languageAmerican English
JournalScience
Volume218
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 1 1982
Externally publishedYes

Disciplines

  • Earth Sciences

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