Worldwide Ocean Optics Database (WOOD) from Office of Naval Research and Johns Hopkins Univ. Applied Physics Laboratory

Other parameters of interest are listed in the Table below. The data have also been merged with the 5 nmi resolution ocean bathymetry database known as DBDB5 so that one can search for data within a user-defined depth range. The optics database includes pertinent information such as wavelength, bandwidth, sensor type, cruise identifier, and principal author.

The data are useful for a variety of applications, such as field test planning, model development and validation, and area characterizations. The database is also invaluable to the US Navy for applications such as detectability assessments, tactical guidance, and environmental predictions. Much of the data come from Bedford Institute of Oceanography in Halifax, Canada, and from NOAA.

This database will only be as complete as you make it. Therefore, please contact Jeff Smart (

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PI) as indicated below if you can contribute data. The database project is funded by ONR Ocean Optics (Steve Ackleson). Jeffrey H. Smart, Room 7-320, Applied Physics Laboratory/Johns Hopkins University Johns Hopkins Rd, Laurel, Md 20723-6099 ph 301-953-6000 x4331, e-mail: jeff_smart@jhuapl.edu, FAX: 301-953-5950 Candidate Parameters to be Stored in the Optics Database.

Absorption Coefficient (/m) Scattering Coefficient Beam Attenuation Coefficient Diffuse Attenuation Coefficient Backscatter Angular Backscattering Coefficient Downwelling Irradiance Upwelling Irradiance Scalar Irradiance Upwelling Radiance Radiance Reflectance Pigment Concentration Chlorophyll a Chlorophyll b Chlorophyll c Phaeophytin Related Variables of Potential Interest: Nutrients Oxygen Temperature Salinity SigmaT ([=density-1.0]*1000) BV Frequency Dissemination Considerations All data have special keys that specify who gathered the data and what dissemination restrictions (if any) apply.

For example, some data are restricted to dissemination to DOD and DOD contractors.