German Icebreaker to Drift in Arctic for Year to Study Climate Impact
The Polarstern, a German research icebreaker, is set to drift through the Arctic Ocean for a year, starting January 27, 2020. Led by Dr. Falk Pätzold from TU Braunschweig, the expedition aims to study the Arctic's influence on climate, with a focus on the methane cycle. Pätzold will oversee air measurements, including methane isotopes and heat and moisture transfer, using a helicopter-towed sonde and a quadcopter.
The Polarstern will carry the HELiPOD, a towed sonde equipped with 60 measuring devices. These include an ozone sensor and a device for air sample collection. Pätzold, who has undergone sea safety training, will spend several months on the icebreaker, conducting research crucial to understanding the Arctic's role in global climate change.
The expedition, known as the Multidisciplinary drifting Observatory for the Study of Arctic Climate (MOSAiC), will also involve the Institute for Flight Guidance at TU Braunschweig. While not directly involved in climate research, the institute may analyse flight-related and navigation data to support operations during the expedition. This could lead to improvements in future flight planning and operations in extreme environments. The data collected during the expedition will be published for further research purposes.
The MOSAiC expedition, led by Dr. Falk Pätzold, will provide valuable insights into the Arctic's methane cycle and its impact on global climate. Meanwhile, the Institute for Flight Guidance at TU Braunschweig may contribute to the expedition's success by analysing flight and navigation data. The data collected will be made available for further research after the campaign.
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