AIR CENTRE SERVICES API

AIR Centre will soon be launching the Services API, a platform that will enable users to register and access the Atlantic Cloud, including AIR Centre’s data,  services, and computational resources, through a single access point. This API will streamline access by consolidating multiple resources into one interface, simplifying the user experience for both registration,  and data retrieval.

The Services API will be available in the near future, providing users with efficient access to key data and services. Further details will be provided closer to the launch.

Data Services

Space Based Data

The Space-Based Data Service provides seamless access to satellite products and derived data, enabling comprehensive analysis of Earth’s systems. Users can obtain both real-time and historical data for various applications, including climate studies, weather forecasting, environmental monitoring, and disaster management.

Available Satellites:

Terra (EOS/AM-1)
Mission: A collaborative effort between NASA, Japan, and Canada, Terra observes Earth’s atmosphere, oceans, land, snow, ice, and energy budget. It contributes valuable data for environmental monitoring and climate research.
Launch Date: 18 December 1999
Status: Despite exceeding its design life, Terra continues to operate successfully.

Aqua (EOS/PM-1)
Mission: Aqua focuses on studying the Earth’s water cycle, examining how atmospheric, oceanic, and terrestrial processes interact and their impact on the global climate.
Launch Date: 4 May 2002
Status: Aqua remains operational, though some instruments are operating in a reduced capacity.

Suomi-NPP (NPP)
Mission: A joint mission between NASA and NOAA, Suomi-NPP monitors climate change, ozone layer health, weather patterns, and more. It serves as the precursor to the Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) satellites.
Launch Date: 28 October 2011
Status: Operational beyond its expected life span.

NOAA-20 (JPSS-1)
Mission: NOAA-20, a clone of Suomi-NPP, is the first satellite in NOAA’s next-generation polar-orbiting fleet. It provides critical data for weather forecasting and environmental monitoring.
Launch Date: 18 November 2017
Status: Fully operational.

FengYun-3 (FY-3 Series)
Mission: China’s FY-3 series supports global weather forecasting, disaster monitoring, and environmental studies. The satellites also contribute to climate research and space weather analysis.
Launch Dates: FY-3A (27 May 2008), FY-3B (4 November 2010), FY-3C (23 September 2013), FY-3D (15 November 2017)
Status: FY-3A concluded service in 2018, while FY-3B, FY-3C, and FY-3D continue to operate.

Access to these satellite products and other derived data will be available soon through the upcoming AIR Centre’s Services API and will let users use the available data to create innovative solutions to explore Earth system changes, monitor environmental conditions, and respond effectively to natural disasters.

Land Based data

Meteorology

  • The Meteorology Data Service provides access to weather-related data from multiple sources, supporting a wide range of applications, including weather forecasting, environmental monitoring, agricultural planning, and disaster management. Users can access both real-time and historical weather data, all available through the upcoming Services API.
  • Ground-Based Weather Stations
    Source: Data from traditional meteorological stations that collect atmospheric conditions such as pressure, wind, and rainfall. This data is crucial for daily weather forecasting and tracking long-term weather patterns.
  • IoT LoRaWAN Devices
    Source: A network of Internet of Things (IoT) sensors using LoRaWAN technology, deployed in various locations to monitor hyper-local weather conditions. These devices provide real-time measurements of temperature, humidity, wind speed, and precipitation.
    Application: Ideal for localised weather monitoring, agricultural decision-making, and early-warning systems for natural disasters.

Vessel Tracking

  • The Vessel Tracking Data Service provides real-time and historical data on the location and movement of fishing vessels and their equipment, collected through Internet-of-Things devices. This service is designed to support maritime operations, resource management, and compliance monitoring, offering insights into asset positions and movements.
    LoRaWAN technology is deployed on fishing vessels and related equipment to track their locations in real-time. These devices provide continuous data on the position, movement, and status of assets, even in remote areas with limited connectivity.
    Application: This data is critical for monitoring fishing vessel activity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimising maritime logistics.