Research vessel
Fixed deck or rail mount
Continuous transects or station workSatellite Cal/Val
Active LIF and passive radiometry are operated together during satellite overpasses. The paired record supports ocean-colour retrieval calibration, atmospheric-correction assessment, and regional bio-optical model development, with thousands of synchronous match-ups possible in one measurement day.
Applications
Questions the survey can address
The method is selected for the site, target parameters, platform, and reporting requirement
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Match-up density
At 10 kn, the LIFL-11 can record about 20 measurements within one 10 × 10 m Sentinel-2 pixel
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Atmospheric correction validation
Synchronous active LIF and passive Rrs measurements provide an in-situ basis for testing atmospheric-correction performance in optically complex waters
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Bio-optical model calibration
Co-located measurements of chl-a, CDOM, suspended matter, and Rrs support the development of regional retrieval models
Deployment
Platforms used for field work
Mounting and operations are specified during campaign planning
Autogyro / small aircraft
Small-aircraft payload
Airborne transect measurementsDrone (UAV)
Gimbal-mounted payload below 5 kg
Airborne measurements over a defined areaFixed coastal station
Permanent above-water installation
Long-term monitoring in exposed conditionsCase studies
Campaign reports
Selected reports are being prepared for publication; relevant earlier material can be requested directly
Contact
Discuss a satellite cal/val campaign
The operating team handles methodology, platform requirements, scheduling, and quotation, and normally replies within two working days