NASA | SMAP Radiometer versus Radio Frequency Interference

The video explains the use of a specific microwave frequency band reserved for scientific purposes, focusing on NASA's SMAP mission. It details how the mission uses microwave radar and radiometer instruments to study soil moisture. The video also discusses the challenges of signal interference from neighboring bands and the technology developed to filter out unwanted signals. Finally, it highlights the applications of this data in improving weather forecasts, drought and flood predictions, and crop yield forecasts.

Describe the technology developed for the SNAP mission to improve signal detection.

In what ways can the data collected from the microwave radiometer improve weather forecasting?