Mesoscale

Objectif

The primary goal of the DUACS “All-Sat” merged production is to enhance the quality of altimetry data processing through continuous advancements in:

  • Altimetry standards and geophysical corrections (Refer to Kocha et al.’s presentation on Wednesday, 4th).
  • Improved L3/L4 processing (Refer to Ballarotta et al.’s presentation on Tuesday, 3rd, and poster #228).

Key Milestones

  • 2004: Initiation of specific production for the Mediterranean Sea.
  • 2006: Initiation of production for the Black Sea.
  • 2014 and 2021: Significant revision of OI parameters for enhanced mesoscale representation at global and regional scales.
  • 2024: Adoption of a new multiscale mapping methodology

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Figure : DUACS L4 products mesoscale error estimation (cm2) -Open ocean/variance > 200 cm² / wavelength 65-500km