Optical Properties of the Atmosphere (Revised)
Abstract
A series of tables and charts is presented from which the atmospheric transmittance between any two points in the terrestrial atmosphere can be determined. This material is based on a set of five atmospheric models ranging from tropical to arctic and two aerosol models. A selected set of laser frequencies has been defined for which monochromatic transmittance values have been given. For low resolution transmittance prediction, a series of charts has been drawn providing the capability for predicting transmittance at a resolution of 20 wavenumbers. Separate sections are included on scattered solar radiation, infrared emission, refractive effects, and attenuation by cloud and fog.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 10, 1971
- Accession Number
- AD0726116
Entities
People
- F. E. Volz
- J. S. Garing
- R. A. Mcclatchey
- R. W. Fenn
Organizations
- Air Force Cambridge Research Laboratories