Radar image of the southern part of Tasmania

As on the image of the Kerguelen Island, the geomorphology is beautifully represented. The geology seems very variable and also includes a bent mountainous structure like a giant ear. The radar illuminated the scene from left to right, hence the western part is very bright.  
 

	Icebreaker finally safely moored

This is a natural effect of the high incidence of the radar illumination. The steeper the incidence angle, the more microwave energy is reflected from a relatively smooth surface. Radar images of sea areas also 'suffer' from this effect.

The left sea area appears brighter than the right – independently from the wind. We can recognise darker patches of the island.

These are pasture and agricultural lands, whilst grey areas consist of shrub or forest, hence the Tasmanian wilderness. Cities are imaged very brightly.
 
 

The ship with her passengers and crew arrived safely on 3 December 2003. We hope you have enjoyed this adventure with us!