Geostationary Operational Meteorological Satellite
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005939
A satellite positioned in geostationary orbit, providing continuous meteorological observations over a specific region of the Earth. It captures visible and infrared images of clouds, water vapor, and surface features, along with atmospheric soundings. This continuous monitoring supports weather forecasting, severe storm warnings, and climate research, with data often transmitted in near real-time.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005939 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Abbreviation | GOMS |
| Synonyms | Elektro; Electro |
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