US SAR programs
Seasat SAR, 6/28/78-10/29/79
First synoptic radar images of the
earth’s surface from space
Observation of internal waves,
currents, eddies, geologic
structures & landforms
Proof of feasibility of monitoring
oceans & sea ice
Ability to discriminate between
wet & dry soil
Solar panels
Antenna
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