What does meteorological satellite remote sensing mean?

Meteorological satellite remote sensing is a process of obtaining information of the earth's atmosphere and cloud system by using meteorological sensors on satellites, and observing, monitoring and analyzing through remote sensing technology. It is mainly used to obtain information such as meteorological elements, cloud pictures and climate change in the global, regional and local scope.

Meteorological satellite remote sensing system can obtain the data of meteorological elements such as radiation, temperature, humidity, cloud cover, precipitation and wind field in the atmosphere through sensors installed on satellites. These sensors usually include infrared and microwave sensors, which can receive electromagnetic radiation with different wavelengths, thus providing different meteorological information.

Using meteorological satellite remote sensing data, we can monitor and predict the evolution of weather system in real time, including cyclones, storms, rainfall and so on. Meteorological satellite remote sensing data can also be used to generate cloud images, observe the type, height and distribution of clouds, and analyze weather conditions and cloud cover. In addition, through long-term observation and analysis, meteorological satellite remote sensing can also provide trends and patterns of climate change, which is of great significance to climate research and prediction.

Meteorological satellite remote sensing data are widely used in meteorological forecasting, meteorological disaster monitoring and early warning, agricultural meteorology, marine meteorology, environmental monitoring and other fields. It provides important data sources for the research and application of meteorology, climatology and related fields, and provides important meteorological information support for human life and social and economic development.