The engineering hurdles behind monitoring our atmosphere from orbit
In short: How do we build a satellite capable of detecting invisible atmospheric changes? This special edition explores the technical complexities of the Sentinel-5P mission and the future of global Earth observation.
Nico van Putten, representing the Netherlands Space Office, and Airbus Defence and Space's Jonathan Banting appear in the footage. They examine the unique Tropomi instrument aboard the Sentinel-5P satellite, detailing the specific engineering challenges faced during its construction to ensure it could function effectively in space.
Additionally, the program features Professor Volker Liebig, Director of ESA’s Earth Observation Programmes, who provides a strategic outlook on the goals and applications of Earth observation for the upcoming year.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Earth from Space: Special edition
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