AbstractThe global use of fossil fuels is projected to increase atmospheric CO2 and cause environmental and climatic changes. A system study of the potential of space technology to monitor climate changes and improve the understanding of the coupling between CO2 and cloud cover is summarized. The basis for the study is scientific data requirements pertinent to the U.S. Department of Energy's CO2 Research Program. The capabilities of space-based sensor systems are matched to meet these requirements. New sensor system concepts are identified, including A Space Shuttle-launched Recalibration Package to provide for continuity of measurement and recalibration between satellites, a High-orbit Radiation Budget Satellite, or Parallax Sensor to measure cloud altitude, a passive method for the direct measurements of CO2 and a High-altitude Powered Platform to monitor selected regional parameters. Space-based sensor systems that could be the development focus for the time frames of 0–5, 5–10 and 10–20 years are recommended.
Approaches to the utilization of space for CO2 research
Acta Astronautica ; 15 , 4 ; 231-238
1986-01-21
8 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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