Title: A GNSS-Reflectometry Instrument for Wetland Extent and Dynamics
Presenting Author: Stephen Lowe
Organization: Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Co-Author(s): Stephan Esterhuizen, Stephen Lowe, David Robison

Abstract:
We will present the key features of a new GNSS-reflectometry instrument designed primarily to monitor global wetland extent on weekly to monthly timescales. The science rationale for improved global wetland monitoring will be discussed and how the measurement requirements are met by our instrument's design. The ability to simultaneously observe and process all GNSS and SBAS reflected signals is a key challenge, and the novel solutions we are developing will be shown. We will also discuss an ACT-developed front-end and how its infusion is essential to our instrument's development. Finally, we will present other additional science measurements that this instrument can perform.