Synergistic Use of Scatterometer and Ocean Colour Monitor Onboard EOS-06 Satellite for Various Oceanographic Applications
摘要
The integration of Ocean Colour Monitor (OCM-3) and scatterometer (SCAT-3) payloads onboard EOS-06 offers a powerful approach for advancing both meteorological and oceanographic applications. This study comprehensively overviews key applications that harness the synergy between simultaneous OCM-3 and scatterometer observations. These applications span operational and scientific domains, showcasing the versatility and value of combined satellite datasets. In the operational context, a multi-satellite parameter approach is employed to identify Potential Fishing Zones (PFZ). This methodology leverages chlorophyll gradients derived from OCM-3 data, coupled with scatterometer-derived wind propagation, to enhance PFZ predictions. From a scientific perspective, the study delves into several critical oceanographic processes. The role of Ekman transport, derived from satellite winds, is investigated to elucidate its influence on chlorophyll distribution patterns. Additionally, finite-size Lyapunov exponents (FSLEs) are computed from ocean current data, revealing co-variability with large chlorophyll eddies in the Arabian Sea. The dynamics of sediment plumes in the Krishna-Godavari basin are presented in the study based on the EOS-06 data. The paper also showcases the influence of high winds during cyclones on biological productivity using EOS-06 data.