MCD43A1.005 BRDF-Albedo Model Parameters 16-Day L3 Global 500m [deprecated]

Page Summary

• This dataset contains parameters for models used to derive Albedo and BRDF products (MCD43A3 and MCD43A4) by characterizing radiation differences due to scattering over 16-day periods using both Terra and Aqua data.

• Version-5 of this product is Validated Stage 1, meaning its accuracy is estimated and it's ready for scientific publication.

• The data was available from February 18, 2000 to March 14, 2017 with an 8-day cadence.

• MODIS data and products from the LP DAAC have no restrictions on their use, sale, or redistribution.

• This dataset has been superseded by MODIS/061/MCD43A1.

Caution: This dataset has been superseded by MODIS/061/MCD43A1.

Dataset Availability

2000-02-18T00:00:00Z–2017-03-14T00:00:00Z

Dataset Producer

NASA LP DAAC at the USGS EROS Center

Earth Engine Snippet

ee.ImageCollection("MODIS/MCD43A1")

Cadence

8 Days

Tags

16-day

albedo

brdf

global

mcd43a1

modis

reflectance

satellite-imagery

usgs

Description

The MODerate-resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) BRDF/Albedo Model Parameters product (MCD43A1) contains datasets providing users with weighting parameters for the models used to derive the Albedo and BRDF products (MCD43A3 and MCD43A4). The models support the spatial relationship and parameter characterization best describing the differences in radiation due to the scattering (anisotropy) of each pixel, relying on multi-date, atmospherically corrected, cloud-cleared input data measured over 16-day periods. Both Terra and Aqua data are used in the generation of this product, providing the highest probability for quality input data and designating it as an MCD, meaning Combined, product.

Version-5 MODIS/Terra+Aqua BRDF/Albedo products are Validated Stage 1, meaning that accuracy has been estimated using a small number of independent measurements obtained from selected locations and time periods and ground-truth/field program efforts. Although there may be later improved versions, these data are ready for use in scientific publications.

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Bands

Bands

Pixel size: 500 meters (all bands)

Name	Min	Max	Scale	Pixel Size	Wavelength	Description
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band1_iso	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	620-670nm	BDRF/Albedo isotropic parameter for band 1
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band1_vol	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	620-670nm	BDRF/Albedo volumetric parameter for band 1
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band1_geo	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	620-670nm	BDRF/Albedo geometric parameter for band 1
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band2_iso	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	841-876nm	BDRF/Albedo isotropic parameter for band 2
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band2_vol	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	841-876nm	BDRF/Albedo volumetric parameter for band 2
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band2_geo	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	841-876nm	BDRF/Albedo geometric parameter for band 2
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band3_iso	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	459-479nm	BDRF/Albedo isotropic parameter for band 3
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band3_vol	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	459-479nm	BDRF/Albedo volumetric parameter for band 3
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band3_geo	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	459-479nm	BDRF/Albedo geometric parameter for band 3
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band4_iso	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	545-565nm	BDRF/Albedo isotropic parameter for band 4
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band4_vol	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	545-565nm	BDRF/Albedo volumetric parameter for band 4
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band4_geo	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	545-565nm	BDRF/Albedo geometric parameter for band 4
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band5_iso	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	1230-1250nm	BDRF/Albedo isotropic parameter for band 5
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band5_vol	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	1230-1250nm	BDRF/Albedo volumetric parameter for band 5
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band5_geo	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	1230-1250nm	BDRF/Albedo geometric parameter for band 5
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band6_iso	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	1628-1652nm	BDRF/Albedo isotropic parameter for band 6
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band6_vol	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	1628-1652nm	BDRF/Albedo volumetric parameter for band 6
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band6_geo	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	1628-1652nm	BDRF/Albedo geometric parameter for band 6
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band7_iso	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	2105-2155nm	BDRF/Albedo isotropic parameter for band 7
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band7_vol	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	2105-2155nm	BDRF/Albedo volumetric parameter for band 7
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_Band7_geo	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	2105-2155nm	BDRF/Albedo geometric parameter for band 7
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_vis_iso	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	None	BDRF/Albedo isotropic parameter for the visible band
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_vis_vol	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	None	BDRF/Albedo volumetric parameter for the visible band
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_vis_geo	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	None	BDRF/Albedo geometric parameter for the visible band
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_nir_iso	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	858nm	BDRF/Albedo isotropic parameter for the NIR band
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_nir_vol	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	858nm	BDRF/Albedo volumetric parameter for the NIR band
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_nir_geo	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	858nm	BDRF/Albedo geometric parameter for the NIR band
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_shortwave_iso	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	None	BDRF/Albedo isotropic parameter for the shortwave band
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_shortwave_vol	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	None	BDRF/Albedo volumetric parameter for the shortwave band
BRDF_Albedo_Parameters_shortwave_geo	0	32766	0.001	500 meters	None	BDRF/Albedo geometric parameter for the shortwave band
BRDF_Shape_Indicators_ANIF	0	255		500 meters	None	Anisotropic Index
BRDF_Shape_Indicators_AFX	0	255		500 meters	None	Anisotropic Flat Index
BRDF_Shape_Indicators_NDAX	0	255		500 meters	None	Normalized Difference Anisotropic Index
BRDF_Shape_Indicators_SSI	0	255		500 meters	None	Snow Shape Index

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MCD43A1.005 BRDF-Albedo Model Parameters 16-Day L3 Global 500m [deprecated]

The MODerate-resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) BRDF/Albedo Model Parameters product (MCD43A1) contains datasets providing users with weighting parameters for the models used to derive the Albedo and BRDF products (MCD43A3 and MCD43A4). The models support the spatial relationship and parameter characterization best describing the differences in radiation due to the scattering …

MODIS/MCD43A1, 16-day,albedo,brdf,global,modis,reflectance,satellite-imagery,usgs

2000-02-18T00:00:00Z/2017-03-14T00:00:00Z

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