Alternative Approach for Satellite Cloud Classification: Edge Gradient Application

Table 1

Concept of cloud type classification using edge detection techniques.

Cloud level	Type of cloud
High cloud	Cirrus	Cirrostratus	Deep convection
Mid cloud	Altocumulus	Altostratus	Nimbostratus
Low cloud	Cumulus	Stratocumulus	Stratus
Degree of structuring	Structured		Nonstructured
	(High gradient occurrence)		(Low gradient occurrence)