NROSS (Navy Remote Ocean Sensing System): A Force Multiplier

摘要

This thesis examines the Navy Remote Ocean System (NROSS) as a force multiplier and shows why the Navy needs an oceanographic satellite. A history of oceanographic remote sensors provides background and is followed by a review of current and planned environmental satellites. The capabilities of these satellites are compared to Navy tactical requirements and deficiencies are noted. Finally, NROSS is discussed, and a look to the future shows why, more than ever, the Navy needs NROSS.