A Guide to Making Climate Quality Meteorological and Flux Measurements at Sea

Abstract

The body of this handbook describes in detail the factors to be considered in equipping a vessel to obtain climate-quality meteorological and flux data. It discusses the nature of the basic quantities to be measured, the relevant instruments, and special considerations because the measuring site is a ship at sea. This Summary is a practical reference for the benefit of the scientist or technician assigned the task of installing and maintaining a package of instruments on a ship, without needing too much detail or rationale. It follows roughly the order of the various procedures involved.