On identification of some ocean parameters through remote sensing

Identification problems occurring in remote sensing systems related to oceanography are examined and stated. Need for taking a broad view of the total problem is emphasized. Alternate methods to solve the identification problems are mentioned. Algorithms derived from optimal estimation theory are applied to identify some of the ocean parameters using microwave radiometer and spectrometer data. Results are presented to show feasibility of the suggested techniques. Need is shown to use distributed parameter representation for the process models.