High resolution space based wind observations estimation and application – A Review

As the spatial, temporal and spectral resolution of visible infrared radiance observations from space has improved, their utility for estimating atmospheric motion, and, in particular, benefit to Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) increased. The these data also been aided by increased computer power, improved NWP models use improving assimilation techniques.
 
 This review provides a brief history generation application Atmospheric Motion Vectors (AMVs), including short description high spatial AMV processing. All types are both suitable now used operational regional global selection quality control issues important discussed. A examination preparations future advanced instruments is undertaken.