Spinning Enhanced Visible and Infrared Imager
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009143
A radiometer carried aboard Meteosat Second Generation (MSG) geostationary satellites, designed to observe Earth's atmosphere and surface. It provides high-resolution imagery in 12 spectral channels, ranging from visible to infrared wavelengths. Data from this instrument are used for weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and environmental applications across Europe and Africa.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-009143 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Abbreviation | SEVIRI |
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