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ICEAGE - Modelling Snow-ice Cover Evolution and Associated Gravitational Effects with GOCE Constraints
In the frame of global warming, various methods for the monitoring of glaciers and ice caps are applied. In this context, the main objective of the project “Modelling snow-ice cover evolution and associated gravitational effects with GOCE constraints (ICEAGE)” was to set-up a processing environment serving to produce a suite of combined cryogravic models of the Eurasian Arctic Sector. Its snow and ice resources (SIR) were determined and mapped with respect to their present state on the one hand and to their fluctuations on the other hand.
IMUVar - GRAVIS - Terrestrial Moving-Base Gravimetry Using a GNSS/SINS Platform
The GNSS/SINS combination may be adapted for terrestrial use where the platform will be mounted on a car. The gravity measurement by a moving car is a possible alternative to airborne and terrestrial gravimetry. This method can especially be applied for the densification of gravity measurements in complicated regions with sparse gravity distribution. Within the project GRAVIS a demonstrator for determining the Earths gravity field by using a car will be built.
IMUVar - VarIoNav - Analysis of Various Integration Methods of GNSS and Inertial Measurement Systems with Respect to Different Scenarios of Georeferencing
The main objective of the project VarIoNav is a scientifically based and comprehensive investigation of the integration of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) and inertial measurement systems (IMS).
ISS-SLEEP-KIT - Sleeping Bag for the International Space Station
The aim was to investigate the feasibility of designing and testing a sleeping bag for ISS. The methodology used included the fabrication of a prototype from material used on ISS such as Nomex-based textiles. The development of the sleeping bag involved a total of three design iterations based on feedback from European astronauts.
InfraGEO - Earth Observation Mission Database
The aim of this activity is to develop a standard solution for a generic, comprehensive, central, long-term mission archive for Earth Observation missions.
JUNO/Waves - Calibration of the JUNO/Waves Antenna System
This project was dedicated to the analysis of electric field sensors as flown on board the NASA spacecraft JUNO to the gas giant Jupiter. The overarching goal of the JUNO mission is to understand Jupiter’s origin and evolution.
KuX-SAR - Preparing for New High Frequency SAR Missions
The project prepares for the operational and scientific utilization of new high frequency imaging radar (SAR) missions: the X-band SAR missions TerraSAR-X and COSMO-SkyMed, both launched in June 2007, and the TanDEM-X mission (scheduled for launch in 2009).
LEO-SLR - Improved kHz-SLR Tracking Techniques and Orbit Quality Analysis for LEO-Missions
Earth observation missions in general and gravity field sensors in particular are naturally designed as low Earth orbiting spacecraft (LEO) with orbit heights of about 200-500 km. In order to fulfil the challenging mission objectives, the precise knowledge of the satellite orbit in space becomes a crucial concern. For these missions precise orbit information is normally provided by GPS / SST observations supported by satellite laser ranging (SLR).
LISA - Land Information System Austria
The objective of LISA is to achieve a consensus on a new Austrian land cover data base and demonstrate its benefits offering improved spatial and thematic content.
LISA 2 - Land Information System Austria
The development of the Land Information System Austria (LISA) was initiated within ASAP 6 and continued within ASAP 7 to overcome the shortcomings of the existing LC/LU datasets for regional, national as well as European management and reporting requirements.
LandSpotting - Collecting In-situ Data for Earth Observation Product Validation via Social Games
This project aimed to improve the quality of land cover information by vastly increasing the amount of in-situ data available for calibration and validation of satellite-derived land cover.
MEDUSA - Model Error Detection by Using Simulated Satellite Images
The project MEDUSA aims at an objective quantitative decision tool to judge simulated imagery vis-à-vis reality, enabling a profound selection of the most appropriate forecast model for the day.
MERMAG - Mercury Magnetometers
MERMAG 3 - BepiColombo/Mercury Magnetometers
MMS-DFG 2 - Flight Model Development of the Digital Fluxgate Magnetometer for NASA's MMS Mission
The ASAP 7 MMS-DFG 2 project covered the assembly, calibration and integration of a total of four Flight Models and one Spare Model. Calibration showed that the flight models fully met all performance requirements. The intrinsic noise of the magnetometer at 1 Hz is 5 pT/sqrt(Hz) and thus a factor of two lower than required for the MMS mission.
MULTICLIM - From CHAMP towards Multi-Satellite Climate Monitoring Based on the MetOp and COSMIC Missions
The overarching goal of the MULTICLIM project was to prepare for global monitoring of the climate evolution of the Earth’s atmosphere with high accuracy and consistency and thereby help to improve the ability to detect, attribute, and predict climate variability and change.
MountainNet - Management of Natural Resources in Alpine Regions by Advanced Remote Sensing Techniques
To assess and monitor alpine landscape and hydrological parameters and thus to serve as the basis for planning actions, the project concentrates on methods and algorithms for alpine land use and land cover based on SAR, alpine land use and land cover based on VHR optical data and hydrological applications in alpine regions based on SAR.
NAVLAS - Improved GNSS Positioning Solution via Integration of Information Products from Laserscanning Data
The project NAVLAS aimed to develop digital information layers and software concepts for signal receivers based on the integrating analysis of GNSS-measurements and laserscanning-data.
NAVWAT - Future High Precision Navigation System for Inland Waterways
In NAVWAT, a system concept was developed which aims at supporting the ship crew of inland water vessels when navigating through narrow surroundings (in the vicinity of locks, bridges, harbours). The proposed concept utilizes modern GNSS and augmentation infrastructure to provide accurate position and velocity information as well as integrity information to the ship crew. This precise position information should be related to the information contained in the onboard Inland ENC (Electronic Navigational Chart).
NAVWAT 2 - Future High Precision Navigation System for Inland Waterways
NAVWAT 2 was a follow-up project of NAVWAT funded within ASAP 6. The main objective of NAVWAT 2 was the development of an innovative navigation system for inland waterway vessels to help reduce the risk of collisions with infrastructure along the rivers.