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Satellite Scatterometer System Design and Analysis Toolset ID: 2023-022

A comprehensive Python toolset for the design, analysis, and simulation of satellite scatterometer systems.

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Technology Overview

Developed by Professor David Long and his students at Brigham Young University, this toolset transitions from Matlab to Python to support the design and evaluation of scatterometers. These systems are crucial for measuring wind speeds over the ocean from space. The toolset encompasses algorithms for measurement geometry, backscatter calculations, and wind field simulations, facilitating in-depth performance evaluation and design optimization for scatterometer systems.


Key Advantages

  • Comprehensive support for scatterometer system design and analysis
  • Facilitates detailed performance evaluation and design trade-offs
  • Includes graphical summaries of results for enhanced understanding
  • Developed in Python, offering broad accessibility and ease of use

Problems Addressed

  • Complexities in designing and evaluating satellite scatterometer systems
  • Challenges in simulating wind fields and measuring backscatter from space
  • Need for a unified toolset to support scatterometer research and development

Market Applications

  • Satellite design and manufacturing
  • Environmental and meteorological research
  • Educational tools for aerospace engineering
  • Space agency research and development projects

Additional Information

Technology ID: 2023-022
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Date Published: 28 March, 2025

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