NightHawk: A Low-Cost, Nighttime Light Wildfire Observation Platform and Its Radiometric Calibration by Chase A. Fuller, Steve Tammes, Philip Kaaret, Jun Wang, Carlton H. Richey, Marc Linderman, Emmett J. Ientilucci, Thomas Schnell, William Julstrom, Jarret McElrath, Will Meiners, Jack Kelley, Francis Mawanda

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Impacts of an Early Morning Low Earth Orbit Observing Platform in a Future Global Observing Network Scenario by Nikki C. Privé, Bryan M. Karpowicz, Erica L. McGrath-Spangler, Satya Kalluri

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Novel oxygen optode sensor with fast response time: an in-depth characterization and assessment of the HydroFlash O2, applicable for several ocean observing platforms by Tobias Hahn, Arne Körtzinger, Arne Körtzinger

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Performance analysis of Flettner rotor considering Marine wind profile and ship installation using CFD by SeongMo Yeon, Chang Seop Kwon, Yoo-Chul Kim, Kwang Soo Kim, Yeon Gyu Kim, Yun Ho Kim, Hee Jin Kang

“…The study investigated a Flettner rotor performance on a hull, analyzing design modifications and wind profiles for a small catamaran which designed by KRISO for the K-Energy Observer platform was analyzed. The rotor mounted on the hull showed a nearly 48% performance degradation in lift coefficient compared to the standalone rotor due to the disturbed flow by the hull at spin ratios 3–4. …”
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Application of Optical Remote Sensing in Harmful Algal Blooms in Lakes: A Review by Simeng Wang, Boqiang Qin

“…Optical remote sensing (ORS) has emerged as a prominent tool for HABs monitoring, providing operational capabilities for quantifying spatiotemporal dynamics through cost-effective observation platforms. This review systematically synthesizes recent advancements in ORS technologies, encompassing (1) novel sensor development, (2) advanced data analytics frameworks, and (3) the synergistic integration of multi-scale observation platforms (satellite–airborne–ground). …”
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Discussion on the New Marine Application of Space-Integrated-Ground Information Network by Yuhui LI, Yu HUANG, Niwei WANG, Xiaofan XU, Zhou LU

“…,for the space-integrated-ground information network was analyzed.The typical marine applications,such as ocean remote sensing data relay,space-based internet of things of ocean observation platform,safety supervision of ships in the middle and far seas were proposed.Through the demonstration and promotion of the space-ground integrated information network marine application,we can promote the eff ective integration of the marine application and the Space-Ground Integrated Information Network,improve the comprehensive level of marine informatization,and help the rapid and stable development of China’s marine economy.…”
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Discussion on the New Marine Application of Space-Integrated-Ground Information Network by Yuhui LI, Yu HUANG, Niwei WANG, Xiaofan XU, Zhou LU

“…,for the space-integrated-ground information network was analyzed.The typical marine applications,such as ocean remote sensing data relay,space-based internet of things of ocean observation platform,safety supervision of ships in the middle and far seas were proposed.Through the demonstration and promotion of the space-ground integrated information network marine application,we can promote the eff ective integration of the marine application and the Space-Ground Integrated Information Network,improve the comprehensive level of marine informatization,and help the rapid and stable development of China’s marine economy.…”
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ARGO: ARctic greenhouse Gas Observation metadata version 1 by J. Vogt, M. M. T. A. Pallandt, L. S. Basso, A. Bolek, K. Ivanova, M. Schlutow, G. Celis, M. Kuhn, M. Mauritz, E. A. G. Schuur, K. Arndt, A.-M. Virkkala, I. Wargowsky, M. Göckede

“…It is therefore crucial to make best use of the available observations, including the integrated data analysis across disciplines and observational platforms. To alleviate the data compilation process for syntheses, cross-scale analyses, Earth system models, and remote sensing applications, we introduce the ARctic greenhouse Gas Observation metadata version 1 (ARGO), a new meta-dataset comprised of greenhouse gas observations from various observational platforms across the Arctic and boreal biomes within the polar region of the Northern Hemisphere. …”
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Design and Simulation Analysis of Lower Limit Follow-up Mechanism of Submerged Glider Based on the Parallel Four-bar Linkage by Liu Fen, Zhang Jin, Sang Hongqiang, Sun Xiujun, Yang Shiming

“…The wave glider is a new type of unmanned observation platform on water surface, which can generate forward thrust by obtaining wave energy through the swing of submerged glider's hydrofoils. …”
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Fish-aggregating-devices are viable for ocean model currents verification by Saima Aijaz, Gary B. Brassington, Lauriane Escalle

“…These findings demonstrate the value of fish-aggregating-devices as a complementary observational platform for verifying global ocean forecast systems. …”
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Motion Characteristics of Copper Particles in Oil Immersed Transformer Insulating Oil and its Effect on Insulation Performance by YANG, H., MA, J., ZHOU, S., CHEN, M., ZHOU, F., ZHANG, L.

“…In this paper, the motion distribution characteristics of copper particles in insulating oil and the influence mechanism on oil insulation performance are studied. The observation platform of impurity motion in oil is set up and combined with the relevant finite element simulation calculations, to carry out the influence of the external electric field environment on the kinetic behavior of solid particles, and to combine with the distribution characteristics of the particles to analyze the influence of their properties on the breakdown characteristics of the insulating oil. …”
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Accelerating Subglacial Hydrology for Ice Sheet Models With Deep Learning Methods by Vincent Verjans, Alexander Robel

“…Generally, our work demonstrates that machine learning can further improve ice sheet models, reduce computational bottlenecks, and exploit information from high‐fidelity models and novel observational platforms.…”
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Engineering Design for Aircraft-Based Observations of Typhoons by Wei Zhai, Chuanhai Qian, Hao Wu, Peitao Zhao, Shuo Fu, Yuedong Wang, Zechun Li

“…Using aircraft as a mobile observation platform for direct observation of typhoons can obtain critical information about typhoons' environmental fields and their core structures, thus improving the accuracy of typhoon forecasts and warnings, as well as the effectiveness of disaster prevention and mitigation. …”
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Enabling the Ocean Internet of Things with Renewable Marine Energy by Mathew Topper, Nicolas Jarnoux, Ronan Costello, Cian Murtagh, Simone Giorgi, Ben Kennedy

“…This paper presents an overview of BlueBox, tank tests for system validation of a prototype wave-energy powered ocean-observing platform, and a discussion of future applications of the technology. …”
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Real-Time Optimization Improved Model Predictive Control Trajectory Tracking for a Surface and Underwater Joint Observation System Based on Genetic Algorithm–Fuzzy Control by Qichao Wu, Yunli Nie, Shengli Wang, Shihao Zhang, Tianze Wang, Yizhe Huang

“…Initially, the novel observation platform has been designed, and its mathematical model has been systematically established. …”
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Improving Daytime Planetary Boundary Layer Height Determination from CALIOP: Validation Based on Ground-Based Lidar Station by Zhao Liu, Augustin Mortier, Zhengqiang Li, Weizhen Hou, Philippe Goloub, Yang Lv, Xingfeng Chen, Donghui Li, Kaitao Li, Yisong Xie

“…Besides, the spatial correlation of PBLHs decreases with the increasing spatial distance between CALIOP footprint and Lille observation platform. Based on the above analysis, the PBLHs can be effectively derived by the integrated algorithm under clear sky conditions, while larger mean absolute difference (i.e., 527 m) exists under cloudy sky conditions.…”
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Spatial Patterns in Fish Assemblages across the National Ecological Observation Network (NEON): The First Six Years by Dylan Monahan, Jeff S. Wesner, Stephanie M. Parker, Hannah Schartel

“…The National Ecological Observation Network (NEON) is a thirty-year, open-source, continental-scale ecological observation platform. The objective of the NEON project is to provide data to facilitate the understanding and forecasting of the ecological impacts of anthropogenic change at a continental scale. …”
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A Long‐Term (2012–2024) Data Set of Integrated Land–Atmosphere–Carbon–Hydrology Interactions Observations in Ningxiang, East Monsoon Region by Ruichao Li, Zhenghui Xie, Binghao Jia, Zhipeng Xie, Longhuan Wang, Yuhang Tian, Heng Yan, Yanbin You

“…In this context, the present study introduces an integrated observation platform of the land–atmosphere–carbon–hydrology interactions in the eastern monsoon region—Ningxiang Station of the Institute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and provides a long‐term (2012–2024) integrated observation data set of the land–atmosphere–carbon–hydrology interactions. …”
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Speech and Elocution Training (SET): A Self-Efficacy Catalyst for Language Potential Activation and Career-Oriented Development for Higher Vocational Students by Xiaojian Zheng, Mohd Hazwan Mohd Puad, Habibah Ab Jalil

“…Third, SET aligns with Bandura’s four self-efficacy determinants; these are successful experiences (including personalized and virtual skill acquisition and certified affirmation), vicarious experiences (via observation platforms and constructive peer modeling), verbal persuasion (direct instructional feedback and indirect emotional support), and the arousal of optimistic emotions (the cognitive reframing of challenges and direct desensitization to anxieties). …”
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Combining Open-Source Machine Learning and Publicly Available Aerial Data (NAIP and NEON) to Achieve High-Resolution High-Accuracy Remote Sensing of Grass–Shrub–Tree Mosaics by Brynn Noble, Zak Ratajczak

“…State-funded, publicly available high-resolution aerial imagery offers a potential solution, including the USDA’s National Agriculture Imagery Program (NAIP) and NSF’s National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) Aerial Observation Platform (AOP). We evaluated the accuracy of land cover classification using NAIP, NEON, and both sources combined. …”
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