Aqua MODIS: Global Satellite Imagery in 36 Spectral Bands

Global Earth surface data is captured by the Aqua satellite's MODIS instrument, which passes over the equator in the afternoon. The instrument acquires data in 36 spectral bands every 1 to 2 days, produced by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The data was last updated in the platform on 2026-03-13.

Use Cases

• Modeling global climate dynamics based on daily Earth surface observations.
• Analyzing ocean color and phytoplankton activity based on spectral band data.
• Monitoring land surface changes and vegetation health based on multi-spectral imagery.
• Improving Earth system models for environmental policy decisions based on validated global data.

Strengths

• Data is acquired in 36 spectral bands, providing multi-wavelength information.
• Global coverage is achieved every 1 to 2 days, offering frequent observations.
• Produced by the authoritative source National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

Limitations

• Column-level documentation is absent; field semantics must be inferred after download.
• Row count and dataset size are unknown, which may limit suitability assessment.
• Data is provided in specialized BIN and ISO file formats, which may require specific tools to process.

Provenance

Source

National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Collection Method

Satellite remote sensing via the Aqua (EOS PM) spacecraft's MODIS instrument.

Freshness

Last updated 2026-03-13 15:53:41.415808; freshness should be verified.

Geography

Global