Microwave Radiometer (MWR) is a six-channel across-track scanning microwave spectrometer which is capable of detecting and mapping oil layers exceeding a thickness of 0.05 millimeters Furthermore, this system is capable of measuring and mapping oil layer thickness in the range from 0.05 to 3 millimeters.
The detection and quantification capabilities of MWRs are invaluable in terms of oil spill response as the most critical areas of an oil spill are localized and quantified.