What Does SMILES Stand For?
SMILES stands for Superconducting Sub Millimeter Wave Limb Emission Sounder
SMILES, or Superconducting Sub Millimeter Wave Limb Emission Sounder, is a cutting-edge satellite instrument designed to measure trace gases in the Earth's atmosphere by analyzing limb emissions in the sub-millimeter wavelength range. Utilizing superconducting technology, SMILES provides high-resolution spectral data, enabling precise observations of atmospheric composition and dynamics. Its innovative approach contributes to a better understanding of atmospheric processes and supports climate research and environmental monitoring.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym