STATISTICS OF CUMULIFORM CLOUDS FROM U-2 PHOTOGRAPHS.
Abstract
Cumuliform cloud cover was analyzed with a view to determining the probable appearance of this type of cloud cover from satellite altitudes. Several types of data were utilized in these analyses. The distribution of cumuliform clouds over the northern hemisphere was determined from climatological charts. The diurnal variation of the clouds was investigated from a series of hourly weather observations. The appearance of the cloud cover at various angles of view was de termined from U-2 photographs of the cloud cover. U-2 photographs and summaries of radar data were analyzed to determine the extent and altitudes of thunderstorms in a squall line. An example of the radiation pattern of cloud cover as shown by TIROS II infrared sensors is also included. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0413415
Entities
People
- And J.e. Alder
- R.h. Blackmer
Organizations
- SRI International