Un nuevo conjunto de datos mejora nuestra comprensión de las interacciones entre la atmósfera y la superficie terrestre

Un nuevo conjunto de datos mejora nuestra comprensión de las interacciones entre la atmósfera y la superficie terrestre

Researchers have developed a high-precision global dataset on aerosols and the Earth's surface, using advanced polarimetric sensors aboard the Chinese GF-5(02) satellite. This advancement effectively separates atmospheric signals from surface signals, providing a detailed understanding of the microphysical properties of particles and air composition. The use of sophisticated inversion algorithms has generated Level 2 products that include critical information on aerosol absorption, their distribution, and surface reflectance. These detailed resources are essential for studying the radiative balance between the Earth and the atmosphere, as well as for more accurately modeling the impact of aerosols on the global climate system. This research is relevant to open data because it demonstrates the value of sharing large volumes of standardized satellite information. By facilitating access to high-quality atmospheric and surface parameters, it promotes scientific transparency and enables the global community to improve air quality monitoring and climate change research without unnecessary technical barriers.

Source: larepublica.es
Published on 2025-09-04