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| − | + | <big>'''JSG 0.5: Multi-sensor combination for the separation of integral | |
| + | geodetic signals'''</big> | ||
| + | Chair: ''F. Seitz (Germany)''<br> | ||
| + | Affiliation: ''Comm. 2, 3 and GGOS'' | ||
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| + | __TOC__ | ||
| + | ===Objectives=== | ||
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| + | A large part of the geodetic parameters derived from space geodetic observation techniques are integral quantities of the Earth system. Among the most prominent ones are parameters related to Earth rotation and the gravity field. Variations of those parameters reflect the superposed effect of a multitude of dynamical processes and interactions in various subsystems of the Earth. The integral geodetic quantities provide fundamental and unique information for different balances in the Earth system, in particular for the balances of mass and angular momentum that are directly related to (variations of) the gravity field and Earth rota-tion. In respective balance equations the geodetic para-meters describe the integral effect of exchange processes of mass and angular momentum in the Earth system. In contrast to many other disciplines of geosciences, geodesy is characterized by a very long observation history. Partly, the previously mentioned parameters have been deter-mined over many decades with continuously improved space observation techniques. Thus geodesy provides an excellent data base for the analysis of long term changes in the Earth system and contributes fundamentally to an improved understanding of large-scale processes. | ||
| + | However, in general the integral parameter time series can-not be separated into contributions of specific processes without further information. Their separation and therewith their geophysical interpretation requires complementary data from observation techniques that are unequally sensi-tive for individual effects and/or from numerical models. Activities of the study group are focussed on the develop-ment of strategies for the separation of the integral geo-detic signals on the basis of modern space-based Earth observation systems. A multitude of simultaneously operating satellite systems with different objectives is available today. They offer a broad spectrum of informa-tion on global and regional-scale processes at different temporal resolutions. Within the study group it shall be investigated in which way the combination of heterogene-ous data sets allows for the quantification of individual contributors to the balances of mass and angular momen-tum. | ||
| + | The research activities shall be coordinated between the participating scientists and shall be conducted in interdisci-plinary collaboration. At all times the group is open for new contacts and members in order to embed the activities in a wide context. The study group is primarily affiliated with the IAG commissions 2 (Gravity field) and 3 (Earth rotation and geodynamics). | ||
| − | + | ===Objectives=== | |
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| − | + | The primary objective of the study group is the development of strategies for multi-sensor combinations with the aim of separating time series of integral geodetic para-meters related to Earth rotation and gravity field. The separation of the parameter time series into contributions of individual underlying effects fosters the understanding of dynamical processes and interactions in the Earth system. This is of particular interest in the view of global change. | |
| − | + | Individual contributions from various subsystems of the Earth shall be quantified and balanced. In particular our investigations focus on the separation of the Earth rotation parameters (polar motion and variations of length-of-day) into contributions of atmospheric and hydrospheric angular momentum variations, and on the separation of GRACE gravity field observations over continents into the contribu-tions of individual hydrological storage compartments, such as groundwater, surface water, soil moisture and snow. | |
| − | + | Investigations in the frame of the study group will exploit the synergies of various observation systems (satellite alti-metry, optical and radar remote sensing, SMOS, and others) for the separation of the signals and combine their output with numerical models. Among the most important steps are compilation and assessment of background information for individual observation systems and sensors (mode of operation, sensitivity, accuracy, deficiencies) as well as theoretical studies which (new) information on the Earth system can be gained from a combination of differ-ent observation methods. | |
| − | + | In particular the research comprises the following topics: | |
| − | + | * potential und usability of contemporary space-borne and terrestrial sensors for an improved understanding of pro-cesses within atmosphere and hydrosphere. | |
| − | + | * analysis of accuracy, temporal and spatial resolution and coverage of different data sets | |
| + | * theoretical and numerical studies on the combination of heterogeneous observation types. This comprehends in-vestigations on appropriate methods for parameter esti-mation including error propagation, the analysis of linear dependencies between parameters and the solution of rank deficiency problems. | ||
| + | * mathematical methods for the enhancement of the infor-mation content (e.g. filters) | ||
| + | * quantification of variations of mass and angular momen-tum in different subsystems from multi-sensor analysis | ||
| + | * analysis of the consistencies of balances between individ-ual effects and integral geodetic parameters on different spatial scales | ||
| + | * formulation of recommendations for future research and (if possible) for future satellite missions on the basis of balance inconsistencies | ||
| − | + | ===Planned Activities=== | |
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| − | + | * Set-up of a SG webpage for dissemination of information (activities and a bibliographic list of references) and for presentation and communication of research results. | |
| − | + | * Organization of conference sessions / workshops: | |
| − | + | ** planned in 2013: Conference Session in the Hotine Marussi Symposium | |
| + | ** planned in 2014: 2nd workshop on the Quality of Geo-detic Observing and Monitoring Systems (QuGOMS’ 14) | ||
| + | * Common publications of SG members | ||
| + | * Common fund raising activities (e.g. for PhD positions) | ||
| − | + | ===Principal Scientific Outcome/Results=== | |
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| − | + | By the end of the 4-year period 2011-2015 the following outcome shall be achieved: | |
| − | + | Mature experience in geodetic multi-sensor data combina-tion including data availability, formats, combination strategies and accuracy aspects | |
| − | + | Numerical results for separated hydrological contributions to integral mass variations observed by GRACE for selected study areas. | |
| + | Numerical results for separated atmospheric/hydrospheric contributions Earth rotation parameters on seasonal to inter-annual time scales | ||
| + | Initiation of at least one common funded project with posi-tions for PhD students working in the topical field of the study group | ||
| − | + | ===Members=== | |
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| − | + | '' '''Florian Seitz (Germany), chair'''<br />Sarah Abelen (Germany)<br />Rodrigo Abarca del Rio (Chile)<br />Andreas Güntner (Germany) | |
| − | + | <br />Karin Hedman (Germany)<br />Franz Meyer (USA)<br />Michael Schmidt (Germany)<br />Manuela Seitz (Germany)<br />Alka Singh (India)<br />'' | |
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Revision as of 12:12, 29 June 2012
JSG 0.5: Multi-sensor combination for the separation of integral geodetic signals
Chair: F. Seitz (Germany)
Affiliation: Comm. 2, 3 and GGOS
Contents
Objectives
A large part of the geodetic parameters derived from space geodetic observation techniques are integral quantities of the Earth system. Among the most prominent ones are parameters related to Earth rotation and the gravity field. Variations of those parameters reflect the superposed effect of a multitude of dynamical processes and interactions in various subsystems of the Earth. The integral geodetic quantities provide fundamental and unique information for different balances in the Earth system, in particular for the balances of mass and angular momentum that are directly related to (variations of) the gravity field and Earth rota-tion. In respective balance equations the geodetic para-meters describe the integral effect of exchange processes of mass and angular momentum in the Earth system. In contrast to many other disciplines of geosciences, geodesy is characterized by a very long observation history. Partly, the previously mentioned parameters have been deter-mined over many decades with continuously improved space observation techniques. Thus geodesy provides an excellent data base for the analysis of long term changes in the Earth system and contributes fundamentally to an improved understanding of large-scale processes. However, in general the integral parameter time series can-not be separated into contributions of specific processes without further information. Their separation and therewith their geophysical interpretation requires complementary data from observation techniques that are unequally sensi-tive for individual effects and/or from numerical models. Activities of the study group are focussed on the develop-ment of strategies for the separation of the integral geo-detic signals on the basis of modern space-based Earth observation systems. A multitude of simultaneously operating satellite systems with different objectives is available today. They offer a broad spectrum of informa-tion on global and regional-scale processes at different temporal resolutions. Within the study group it shall be investigated in which way the combination of heterogene-ous data sets allows for the quantification of individual contributors to the balances of mass and angular momen-tum. The research activities shall be coordinated between the participating scientists and shall be conducted in interdisci-plinary collaboration. At all times the group is open for new contacts and members in order to embed the activities in a wide context. The study group is primarily affiliated with the IAG commissions 2 (Gravity field) and 3 (Earth rotation and geodynamics).
Objectives
The primary objective of the study group is the development of strategies for multi-sensor combinations with the aim of separating time series of integral geodetic para-meters related to Earth rotation and gravity field. The separation of the parameter time series into contributions of individual underlying effects fosters the understanding of dynamical processes and interactions in the Earth system. This is of particular interest in the view of global change. Individual contributions from various subsystems of the Earth shall be quantified and balanced. In particular our investigations focus on the separation of the Earth rotation parameters (polar motion and variations of length-of-day) into contributions of atmospheric and hydrospheric angular momentum variations, and on the separation of GRACE gravity field observations over continents into the contribu-tions of individual hydrological storage compartments, such as groundwater, surface water, soil moisture and snow. Investigations in the frame of the study group will exploit the synergies of various observation systems (satellite alti-metry, optical and radar remote sensing, SMOS, and others) for the separation of the signals and combine their output with numerical models. Among the most important steps are compilation and assessment of background information for individual observation systems and sensors (mode of operation, sensitivity, accuracy, deficiencies) as well as theoretical studies which (new) information on the Earth system can be gained from a combination of differ-ent observation methods.
In particular the research comprises the following topics:
- potential und usability of contemporary space-borne and terrestrial sensors for an improved understanding of pro-cesses within atmosphere and hydrosphere.
- analysis of accuracy, temporal and spatial resolution and coverage of different data sets
- theoretical and numerical studies on the combination of heterogeneous observation types. This comprehends in-vestigations on appropriate methods for parameter esti-mation including error propagation, the analysis of linear dependencies between parameters and the solution of rank deficiency problems.
- mathematical methods for the enhancement of the infor-mation content (e.g. filters)
- quantification of variations of mass and angular momen-tum in different subsystems from multi-sensor analysis
- analysis of the consistencies of balances between individ-ual effects and integral geodetic parameters on different spatial scales
- formulation of recommendations for future research and (if possible) for future satellite missions on the basis of balance inconsistencies
Planned Activities
- Set-up of a SG webpage for dissemination of information (activities and a bibliographic list of references) and for presentation and communication of research results.
- Organization of conference sessions / workshops:
- planned in 2013: Conference Session in the Hotine Marussi Symposium
- planned in 2014: 2nd workshop on the Quality of Geo-detic Observing and Monitoring Systems (QuGOMS’ 14)
- Common publications of SG members
- Common fund raising activities (e.g. for PhD positions)
Principal Scientific Outcome/Results
By the end of the 4-year period 2011-2015 the following outcome shall be achieved: Mature experience in geodetic multi-sensor data combina-tion including data availability, formats, combination strategies and accuracy aspects Numerical results for separated hydrological contributions to integral mass variations observed by GRACE for selected study areas. Numerical results for separated atmospheric/hydrospheric contributions Earth rotation parameters on seasonal to inter-annual time scales Initiation of at least one common funded project with posi-tions for PhD students working in the topical field of the study group
Members
Florian Seitz (Germany), chair
Sarah Abelen (Germany)
Rodrigo Abarca del Rio (Chile)
Andreas Güntner (Germany)
Karin Hedman (Germany)
Franz Meyer (USA)
Michael Schmidt (Germany)
Manuela Seitz (Germany)
Alka Singh (India)
