We are in the process of migrating all NASA Earth science data sites into Earthdata from now until end of 2026. Not all NASA Earth science data and resources will appear here until then. Thank you for your patience as we make this transition.
Read about the Web Unification Project
The Multi-Angle Imaging SpectroRadiometer (MISR), aboard NASA's Terra platform, views Earth with cameras pointed at nine different angles. As the instrument flies overhead, each region of Earth's surface is successively imaged by all nine cameras in each of four wavelengths (blue, green, red, and near-infrared). In addition to improving our understanding of the fate of sunlight in the Earth's environment, MISR data can distinguish different types of clouds, aerosol particles, and surfaces.
Instrument Type
Spectrometers/Radiometers
Instrument Subtype
Imaging Spectrometers/Radiometers
Specifications
Resolution
Spatial
275 meters at all off-nadir angles
Spectral
Four spectral bands: blue, green, red, and near-infrared. The center wavelength of each of these bands is 446, 558, 672, and 867 nanometers respectively.
Temporal
Every 9 days, with repeat coverage between 2 and 9 days depending on latitude
Platforms
Launch Date
December 18, 1999
Altitude
705 km
Inclination
98.5°
Related Data Centers/Projects
|
NASA's Atmospheric Science Data Center focuses on Earth science disciplines including radiation budget, clouds, aerosols, and tropospheric composition. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Earthdata Forum
Our online forum provides a space for users to browse thousands of FAQs about research needs, data, and data applications. You can also submit new questions for our experts to answer.
Submit Questions to Earthdata Forumand View Expert Responses