An Optimum Method for Computing Winds from a Starute Trajectory,
Abstract
The Starute System offers the capability of obtaining a highly accurate and detailed wind profile when tracked by an FPS-16 radar. A computer program has been written to utilize this potential in obtaining a wind profile. The wind accuracy achieved with the 'Starute Wind Program' between 30 and 60 km is an RMS wind error of 1 meter/second or less. Wave structure on the order of .5 kilometer is observable below 45 km and one kilometer structure to 60 kilometers. A discussion of the effect of vertical winds, apparent mass, and wind acceleration on a wind measurement is also included. The 'Starute Wind Program' is compared to the program in use at the Eastern Test Range from the standpoint of accuracy and frequency response. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1971
- Accession Number
- AD0724702
Entities
People
- James K. Luers
Organizations
- University of Dayton Research Institute