MODAPS PCR 13-018

PCR Number 13-018
Date 2014-01-13
Initiator Charlene M. DiMiceli
Abstract PGE61 v51.0.4 (VCF) includes added code and models for the final two layers--bare ground and non-tree vegetation.
Problem Statement C51 version of VCF - added two layers, percent_nontree_vegetation and percent_nonvegetated.
Description of Change Code change to improve the accuracy of the product and to include additional parameters.
Products Affected MOD44B
Software Affected PGE61 v51.0.4Recipe: [AP]M1M_C51_L27mm/L27Tm 4.0.4
Processing String to Receive the Change Terra Forward, Terra Reprocessing
Downstream Product Effects None.
Data Granules to be Used for Science Testing Test performed generating global data for year 2010.2010-059
Justification The bare ground and non-tree vegetation layers are promised deliverables. We have delivered and tested the algorithm and models for these two layers and feel they are ready for production.
Effective Date for Implementation of Change Completed.
Status Major algorithm development and testing completed. Sadashiva Devadiga approved on 01/15/2014. Michael King approved on 01/17/2014.