COMPUTERIZED MAP TYPING PROCEDURES AND THEIR APPLICATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF FORECAST AIDS,

Abstract

The paper describes methods of classifying surface and upper air weather maps into map types through computer techniques, and various applications in the development of forecast aids. Specific emphasis is placed on three applications, namely: (1) case studies of special weather phenomenon, (2) objective forecast studies, and (3) synoptic climatological forecast aids. The applications are illustrated using actual results from several 4 WWg projects.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1970
Accession Number
AD0712678

Entities

People

  • Franklin R. Hartranft
  • Joe S. Restivo
  • Robert C. Sabin

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Case Studies
  • Maps
  • Meteorological Charts

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Atmospheric Science/Meteorology
  • Business Analytics
  • Computer Science.