Satellite Altimetry Data Processing: Theories and Methods

Author: Zhai Guojun, Huang Motao, Xie Xijun, Ouyang Yongzhong
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Publish Date: 2000-04-01
Features: This book is a specialized work on the theory, methods, and applications of satellite altimetry data processing. The entire book is divided into ten chapters. Chapter 1 introduces the history of satellite altimetry, advancements in data processing, and applications in various fields. Chapters 2 to 4 systematically study the error models of altimetry satellites and the temporal and spatial characteristics of radial orbit errors. Chapter 5 discusses the methods of crossover point adjustment and colinear adjustment, as well as rank-deficiency phenomena. Chapter 6 introduces the solution principles of the global optimization method. Chapter 7 elaborates on the application of satellite altimetry data in calculating the Earth's gravity field. Chapter 8 discusses the application of satellite altimetry data in calculating ocean currents, ocean tides, and sea surface wind waves. Chapter 9 introduces the application of satellite altimetry data in detecting seamounts and inverting bathymetry in areas without charts. Chapter 10 introduces the data structure of Topex/Poseidon altimetry satellites and the issue of weighting when calculating sea levels.