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Signals of opportunity reflectometry (SoOp-R) can estimate root-zone soil moisture (RZSM) using satellite transmitters. Using at least two frequencies with SoOp-R enables accurate RZSM estimation, with dual-frequency measurements achieving 4% accuracy at 30 cm depth.

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  • Geophysical remote sensing
  • Satellite-based soil moisture monitoring

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  • Signals of opportunity reflectometry (SoOp-R) is an emerging geophysical remote sensing technique.
  • Existing research highlights the growing interest in spaceborne and airborne SoOp-R experiments for Earth observation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the capability of SoOp-R in retrieving subsurface soil moisture (SM) using satellite transmitters.
  • To determine the effects of variable SoOp-R parameters on the estimation error for root-zone soil moisture (RZSM) using the Cramér-Rao Lower Bound (CRLB).

Main Methods:

  • Investigated multiple frequency, polarization, and incidence angle configurations for SoOp-R.
  • Analyzed a two-layered dielectric profile and variable SM conditions.
  • Utilized the CRLB to assess the best achievable estimation error for RZSM.

Main Results:

  • Using at least two frequencies is crucial for reducing uncertainties in subsurface SM estimates.
  • CRLB for RZSM is retrievable within the root zone when using dual-frequency measurements, influenced by surface SM and measurement independence.
  • Achieved 4% RZSM estimation accuracy at 30 cm depth with just two dual-frequency SoOp-R measurements.
  • Additional measurements (polarization, incidence angle) enhance sensing of wetter SM profiles at depth.

Conclusions:

  • SoOp-R systems can be designed to achieve desired CRLB for RZSM estimation.
  • A trade-off exists between available measurements and SM profile characteristics for optimal receiver design.
  • Dual-frequency SoOp-R shows significant potential for accurate subsurface soil moisture monitoring.