Improved cloud mask algorithm for FY-3A/VIRR data over the northwest region of China

The existence of various land surfaces always leads to more difficulties in cloud detection based on satellite observations, especially over bright surfaces such as snow and deserts. To improve the cloud mask result over complex terrain, an unbiased, daytime cloud detection algorithm for the Visible...

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Main Authors: X. Wang, W. Li, Y. Zhu, B. Zhao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2013-03-01
Series:Atmospheric Measurement Techniques
Online Access:http://www.atmos-meas-tech.net/6/549/2013/amt-6-549-2013.pdf