NASA Crew Earth Observations: A Long-Term Dataset for Earth System Research, Applications, and Education

Abstract: Polar orbit; Sun-synchronous – designed for long term repeatability of data, Typically nadir viewing, crosses every point on Earth ~ 12-14 days near local solar noon/local midnight, Landsat series collecting data since 1972, Pointing capability, satellite constellations. Inclined Equatorial Orbit: ISS; Sun-asynchronous – similar illumination 3-4 days every 90 days, Nadir to highly oblique imagery possible from hand-held cameras, WORF, external sensors, Provides opportunity to collect unique d…