Advanced TIROS-N
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-003315
The designation for a series of polar-orbiting meteorological satellites operated by NOAA, representing an upgrade to the earlier TIROS-N platform. These satellites carried a suite of instruments, including the Advanced Very High Resolution Radiometer (AVHRR) and the Advanced Microwave Sounding Unit (AMSU). They provided continuous global coverage for weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and environmental studies.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-003315 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Abbreviation | ATN |
| See also | Television and Infrared Observation Satellite |
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