This category focuses on anything related to observations of waves, whether it is wind waves or any other type of waves in the Earth System. It serves as a comprehensive space for sharing, discussing, and advancing our understanding of wave phenomena through various measurement techniques. Here, you can engage with the community on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:
In Situ Measurements
- Field Campaigns: Share details and results from field campaigns and oceanographic cruises dedicated to measuring wave properties.
- Instrumentation: Discuss the use and development of instruments like wave buoys, pressure sensors, and ADCPs (Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers) for in situ wave measurements.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Exchange methodologies for collecting and analyzing wave data from in situ sources, including data preprocessing, calibration, and error analysis.
Remote Sensing Measurements
- Satellite Observations: Post about satellite missions and instruments used for wave observations, such as altimeters, scatterometers, and synthetic aperture radar (SAR).
- Airborne Measurements: Discuss the use of airborne platforms for capturing wave data, including drones and manned aircraft equipped with relevant sensors.
- Techniques and Algorithms: Share and discuss techniques and algorithms for processing and interpreting remote sensing data to extract wave information.
Data Integration
- Combining Data Sources: Explore methods for integrating in situ and remote sensing data to provide a more comprehensive understanding of wave dynamics.
- Innovative Approaches: Discuss new and emerging technologies and methodologies in wave observation, including machine learning applications and real-time monitoring systems.
Resource Sharing
- Data Repositories: Provide links to publicly available wave observation datasets and repositories where community members can access valuable data.
- Software and Tools: Share software tools, scripts, and applications that facilitate the analysis and visualization of wave observations.
- Best Practices: Discuss best practices for data collection, sharing, and management to ensure high-quality and reproducible research.