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Kuroshio

The Kuroshio Extension is characterized by a strong variability. This variability results in two rather different states of the Kuroshio Extension: an "elongated state" corresponding to a narrow strong steady jet vs a "contracted state" in which the jet is weaker and more unsteady, spreading on a wider latitudinal band. Between these two main states, the Kuroshio Extension has many neutral states of transition and presents either progressively weakening or strengthening trends. An indicator based on the high-frequency eddy kinetic energy (EKE) well checks these Kuroshio Extension states.

In April 2022, a new version taking in account DUACS DT2021 has been implemented as described here.

For further details regarding this indicator, including its latest updates, please visit the corresponding Copernicus Marine Service page, which now ensures the operational distribution of all new versions.

 

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This product can be accessed through the metadata page of the indicator on the Copernicus Marine Service website. 

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