Atmospheric Spectroscopy
Abstract
The purpose of the research discussed was to provide data on the absorption properties of atmospheric gases (water vapor, carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, ozone, methane and carbon monoxide) and their effects upon the transmission of electromagnetic radiation. The important spectral regions from 1/cm (10000 micro m) to 10,000/cm (1 mico m) have been covered for these molecules. These data have been put in a uniform format suitable for use in computers. From these data it is possible to compute the absorption of radiation over any path with any concentration of absorber. This makes it possible to predict the effectiveness of sensing, tracking and guidance devices. These data are also necessary for calculating the heat balance and radiative transfer of planetary atmospheres. A more detailed account of the work appears in the body of the report.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 30, 1970
- Accession Number
- AD0715482
Entities
People
- Robert F. Calfee
Organizations
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration