THE IONOSPHERE BELOW 100 KM (D-REGION) A SIMPLE MODEL.
Abstract
The parameters involved in the formation of the D region of the ionosphere are discussed in detail in an attempt to deduce the most reasonable values for them given our present knowledge of the ionosphere at heights of 40-100 km. The ionization due to solar radiation and from other sources, chiefly cosmic radiation, is also discussed and a model that includes the effect of solar cycle variations is derived. Several calculations, using the suggested values for the parameters, are made, including a comparison to an experimental profile for which the agreement is found to be remarkably good. Finally, mention is made of possible stratification due to winds and turbulence at D-region heights. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0630094
Entities
People
- E. T. Pierce
- H. R. Arnold
Organizations
- SRI International