Oceanography of the Indonesian Seas

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Abstract:

The magnitude and variations of the Pacific to Indian Ocean throughflow within the Indonesian Seas are considered to be key elements in the thermohaline balance of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, and perhaps to the global climate system. Local variability of the Indonesian Seas may influence ENSO by governing the transfer of the warm tropical water between the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Furthermore, advective and tidal induced mixing may influence the SST and sea-air coupling, with feedback on ENSO. The Arlindo Project is a joint oceanographic research endeavor of Indonesia and the United States. Arlindo s goal is to resolve the circulation and water mass stratification within the Indonesian Seas in order to formulate a thorough description of the source, spreading patterns, inter-ocean transport and dominant mixing processes within the Indonesian Seas.

Author(s):
Gordon, Arnold L.
Author Organization(s):
LAMONT-DOHERTY EARTH OBSERVATORY PALISADES NY
Descriptive Note:
Annual rept.
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA627980
Pagination:
0006

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Contract/Grant Number(s):
N00014-90-J-1233
Monitor Series:
ONR
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_4.1_Deployment and Distribution; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_JCA_4.1.2_Sustain the Force; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means
Communities of Interest:
Space
Descriptor(s):
*INDIAN OCEAN, *PACIFIC OCEAN, *WATER FLOW, CIRCULATION, INDONESIA, MIXING, MONITORING, VARIATIONS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Physical and Dynamic Oceanography
Keyword(s):
*INDONESIAN SEAS, ARLINDO PROJECT
Report Date:
1997 Sep 30
Creation Date:
2016 Mar 21