The Poseidon-2 altimeter simulator of performances

Presents the simulator of performances of the Poseidon-2 altimeter embarked onboard JASON-1 oceanographic mission to be launched during 2001. This simulator is a key tool used during the whole life of the Poseidon-2 altimeter, from feasibility studies, definitions, specifications and development phases to "expertise" tasks on the behavior of the instrument during the operating phase. It has been developed by Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales and Collecte Localisation Satellites teams.