MANUAL OF SYNOPTIC SATELLITE METEOROLOGY
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Version 5.0
BASICS
In this part of the Manual you will find explanations of the different satellite channels and an introduction to the method of combining satellite imagery and numerical model parameters. Furthermore, there is a detailed definition of "Conceptual Model".
CONCEPTUAL MODELS
In this part of the Manual, you will find detailed descriptions of about fifty conceptual models in different scales.
SHORT VERSIONS
Here can be found compact summaries of all the conceptual models included in the Manual. This is useful for quickly refreshing your knowledge.
EXERCISES
This part of the Manual contains exercises relating to each of the conceptual models. It can be used to test the knowledge you have gained in studying the Manual.
CASE STUDIES
In this part of the Manual, actual case studies show the applicability of the "Conceptual Model" approach. Most of the case studies have been developed for specific training courses in various parts of Europe.
CATASTROPHIC WEATHER EVENTS
Here, well-known catastrophic weather events - such as floods, storms or avalanches - are presented from the "Conceptual Model" point of view.
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