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https://doi.org/10.5194/os-20-1527-2024
https://doi.org/10.5194/os-20-1527-2024
Research article
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27 Nov 2024
Research article |  | 27 Nov 2024

Multiple timescale variations in fronts in the Seto Inland Sea, Japan

Menghong Dong and Xinyu Guo

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We employed a gradient-based algorithm to identify the position and intensity of the fronts in a coastal sea using sea surface temperature data, thereby quantifying their variations. Our study provides a comprehensive analysis of these fronts, elucidating their seasonal variability, intra-tidal dynamics, and the influence of winds on the fronts. By capturing the temporal and spatial dynamics of these fronts, our understanding of the complex oceanographic processes within this region is enhanced.
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