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Fun app!
Easy to use and fun!
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Track the path of a NASA satellite measuring Earth's elevation changes. See upcoming flybys over your chosen locations and learn about the mission's scientific objectives.
✓Track satellite orbits
✓View upcoming flybys
✓Specify locations of interest
✓Add overflights to favorites
✓Learn about the mission
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1.0
February 10, 2022
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What is ICESat-2?
ICESat-2 is NASA's Ice, Cloud, and land Elevation Satellite-2, launched in 2018. It uses green lasers to measure the height of Earth's surface, including ice sheets, glaciers, land, and water.
How can I see when ICESat-2 will fly over me?
You can specify a location of interest on the map, by latitude/longitude, or use your current location to see upcoming flybys of ICESat-2. The app provides data for future passes up to three months in advance.
What kind of data does ICESat-2 collect?
ICESat-2 collects precise height measurements of Earth's surface, creating a detailed elevation map. This data is crucial for tracking changes in polar ice sheets, glaciers, sea ice, and also measures trees, land, and water.
Can I save favorite flyby times?
Yes, you can add upcoming overflights of ICESat-2 to your favorites list within the app for easy future reference.
Where can I learn more about the ICESat-2 mission?
The app provides information about the ICESat-2 mission, related citizen science objectives, and details on how to access the data collected by the satellite through the National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC).
What devices does ICESat-2 support?
ICESat-2 is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It was released on February 10, 2022, with version 1.0.
Does ICESat-2 have ads?
No, ICESat-2 does not contain advertisements. It is a free application developed by NASA.
What is the age rating for ICESat-2?
ICESat-2 has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users interested in educational content about space and Earth science.
