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Planet Earth in Carbon Budget Squeeze
2016-03-04 09:57:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Environment News Service: Humanity must hold itself to a strict carbon budget emitting even less greenhouse gases than earlier estimated if we want to keep planetary warming to less than 2°Celsius above pre-industrial temperatures, a new study finds. The 2°C target was adopted as a goal by the leaders of 196 countries at the United Nationss 2015 Paris climate conference, COP21. They view it as a safe limit to prevent the most dangerous impacts of climate change. Published in the current issue of the journal Nature...
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Emissions Could Make Earth Uninhabitable
2016-02-28 12:45:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Climate News Network: Greenhouse gases could tip the Earth-or at least a planet like Earth, orbiting a star very like the Sun-into a runaway greenhouse effect, according to new research. The new hothouse planet would become increasingly steamy, and then start to lose its oceans to interplanetary space. Over time, it would become completely dry, stay at a temperature at least 60°C hotter than it is now, and remain completely uninhabitable, even if greenhouse gas levels could be reduced. Max Popp, postdoctoral researcher...
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Earth is warming is 50x faster than when it comes out of an ice age
2016-02-24 12:01:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
Guardian: Recently, The Guardian reported on a significant new study published in Nature Climate Change, finding that even if we meet our carbon reduction targets and stay below the 2°C global warming threshold, sea level rise will eventually inundate many major coastal cities around the world. 20% of the worlds population will eventually have to migrate away from coasts swamped by rising oceans. Cities including New York, London, Rio de Janeiro, Cairo, Calcutta, Jakarta and Shanghai would all be submerged....
Intel's Brian Krzanich says 5G networking will let millions of drones roam the earth
2016-02-23 18:01:06| Wireless - Topix.net
Millions of drones, roaming the earth. No, it's not a scene from The Terminator -it's an example of what fifth-generation, or 5G, networking will eventually enable.
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Earth Observation Data Processing Systems Engineer MTG mf
2016-02-23 15:09:33| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Earth Observation Data Processing Systems Engineer MTG mf Ref. No. 1610580 Terma The hightech and innovative Terma Group develops products and systems for defense, nondefense and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for aircraft and vessels, space technology, and aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered at Aarhus, Denmark. Internationally, Terma has subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, India, Singapore and the U.S. The Space Business Area contributes with missioncustomized software and hardware products including power systems and star trackers as well as services to support a number of inorbit pioneering European scientific and Earth observation satellite missions. Additionally, Terma is contracted for the development and delivery of software and hardware systems and services for numerous ongoing and future European, and international missions. Terma Space operates out of Denmark, The Netherlands, Germany, and the UK. Job description For our customer, EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany, we are seeking an experienced Earth Observation Data Processing Systems Engineer. You will work within the Data Processing Systems and Applications Competence Area of the SEP Division to assist in the specification, preliminary design, procurement, integration, testing and transfer to operations of Data Processing elements for future programmes under development. Support is envisaged primarily in the context of MTG programme but you may be also assigned to similar tasks in the context of other programmes. Ground Segment data processing elements cover the complete data processing chain for all mission instruments, from processing of raw data received from the satellites to generation of Level 1 and Level 2 products via dedicated instrument data processors and their distribution to other Ground Segment elements for archiving and dissemination. This also includes the processing infrastructure required for hosting, coordinating, monitoring and controlling the Level 1 and Level 2 instrument data processors. Responsibilities You will provide engineering support to the MTG Ground Segment Data processing team in the frame of the MTG Programme. You will support activities related to Phases C and D of the MTG Programme in the area of data processing engineering. In detail, support will be provided for the following tasks Support the procurement of data processing elements by advising on technical solutions proposed by the contractor and by reviewing documentation to confirm its compliance with the requirements Support management of the requirements baseline for data processing elements Support refinement of ICD and HumanMachine Interface HMI requirements and specifications Support testing, integration and acceptance of data processing elements, including HMIs Participation in formal reviews and technical meetings In addition, there will be regular involvement in the following tasks requiring interaction and coordination with other teams at System and Ground Segment level Review of System, Space Segment and Ground Segment documentation dealing with requirements, concepts, algorithms and technical analyses of relevance for data processing, including review of instrument data processing algorithms and calibration concepts defined by the Space Segment with emphasis on their implications on Ground Segment data processing concepts, interfaces and architecture in the course of which prototyping of algorithms and production of test data may be required Participation in formal reviews and technical meetings at System and Ground Segment level Review of documentation dealing with technical evolutions of the EUMETSAT infrastructure This is a fulltime position with a planned starting date ASAP. You will be based at EUMETSATs facilities in Darmstadt, Germany. Qualifications Competencies In addition to having a University degree or equivalent, including experience in the engineering, physics, or software or similar domains you shall have the following mandatory attributes, skills, and experience Relevant experience in preparation of requirements, design, interfaces including HMI and testing documentation for data processing systems considering the systems engineering aspects of data processing management and data provision experience on data processing for high data rates Earth Observation missions will be considered an asset Relevant experience in monitoring and implementation of designs against requirement baselines and IVV, including running HMI workshops, testing and formal acceptance The ability to maintain a system overview is essential. This ability must be exercised within a multidisciplinary context in cooperation with other teams, covering several different data processing levels and instruments Ability to learn and develop the needed skills and knowledge to contribute to the development of MTG. This includes the ability to rapidly absorb, and make use of, information presented in written and oral communications in a dynamic context Systematic approach to work, be able to plan the work and to cope with tight schedules and multiple tasks Ability to write accurate and consistent technical documentation The working language for the position is English and therefore the person must be able to work effectively in this language. Previous experience and knowledge in any of the following areas will be considered an additional asset Knowledge of the IBM DOORS tool or an equivalent for requirements management Knowledge of task relevant ECSS and CCSDS standards Knowledge of HMI usability inspection methods Relevant experience with L1L2 processing software for Earth Observation missions, either for operationsmaintenance or specification and development What can Terma offer At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the bestinclass solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace. Terma offers you a pleasant working environment at the customer site, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company. Great opportunities for training and personal development Challenges in advanced technical environment International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere An employment contract with an attractive package with extralegal benefits Highly competitive salary Recruitment is depending on successful selection by the customer. Additional information For further information, please contact Mr. Kevin Davies by telephone 49 6151 860050 or by email terma.determa.com. To ensure that your application will reach us and is properly processed we would prefer that you apply through the link httpswww.epos.dkREKTermaJoblistShowJobOffer.aspx?dbaliasEposRECTermalangenjobOfferEntityId816joblistId1 with a Cover Letter explaining your background and expertise, as well as your earliest date of availability, and a uptodate Curriculum Vitae. Closing date April 06th, 2016 Please note that applicants must hold all appropriate documentation and permits to work in Europe. Terma develops products and systems for defense, civilian authorities, and security applications, including command and control systems, radar systems, selfprotection systems for vessels and aircraft, space technology, and advanced aerostructures for the aircraft industry. Terma is headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, and maintains international subsidiaries and operations in The Netherlands, Germany, India, Singapore, and the U.S. Sign up for Termas newsletter here or follow Terma to remain updated on our news and events
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