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Abstract
Abstract. Knowledge of Antarctic glacier grounding lines, which mark the transition between grounded and floating ice, is a vital parameter in determining the stability of major ice shelves and hence the ice sheet. Rapid grounding line retreat and associated mass loss has been documented at numerous Antarctic glaciers, particularly in the Amundsen Sea Embayment. However, few comprehensive grounding line mappings exist, particularly from recent years. Here, we utilize a unique record of Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar 1-day repeat-pass imagery to generate a comprehensive retrieval of grounding line location in the Amundsen Sea Embayment in 2025 and evaluate recent changes.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Cryospheric studies and observations
Polar Research and Ecology
Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Applications and Techniques
Publication details
- Publication date
- 5 February 2026