1.8 CF Standard Names: Platform Course (platform_course)

Record Label : platform_course

Record Title : Platform Course

CF Standard Name : platform_course

Record Description : Course is the clockwise angle with respect to North of the nominal forward motion direction of the platform (not necessarily the same as the direction in which it is pointing, called "platform_orientation"). A "platform" is a structure or vehicle that serves as a base for mounting sensors. Platforms include, but are not limited to, satellites, aeroplanes, ships, buoys, instruments, ground stations, and masts.

Canonical Units : degree