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NASA's Ice, Cloud, and Land Elevation Satellite-2 (ICESat-2) carries a photon-counting laser altimeter that allows scientists to measure the elevation of ice sheets, glaciers, sea ice, and more in unprecedented detail.
ICESat-2 helps researchers better understand Earth's cryosphere and how a warming climate is effecting change. The platform also measures heights across Earth's temperate and tropical regions, and takes stock of the vegetation in forests worldwide.
ATLAS/ICESat-2 Expedited Data
Learn more about ATLAS/ICESat-2 expedited data provided by NASA's Land, Atmosphere Near real-time Capability for Earth observation (LANCE).
Type
Earth Observation Satellite
Data Center
NSIDC DAAC
Launch
Sept. 15, 2018
Objective
Measure the elevation of ice sheets, glaciers, and sea ice
Instruments Aboard ICESat-2
| Instrument Name | Operational Date(s) | Spectral Resolution | Type of Instrument |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Topographic Laser Altimeter System (ATLAS) | 532 nm |
Altimeters |
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