ICECAP '74--Chatanika Radar Results.
Abstract
ICECAP is an auroral measurements program to acquire geophysical data required for the formulation and testing of models and predictive computer codes. The models and codes describe atmospheric ionization, excitation, and optical emissions in the (Aurorally) disturbed ionosphere. These codes are needed to assess and evaluate the operation of critical DoD radar and optical systems in nuclear disturbed environments. Auroral disturbances studied in ICECAP are similar to nuclear disturbances in that both are characterized by dramatic visual displays, enhanced infrared airglows, and enhanced plasma densities resulting from the interaction of energetic electronics with the atmospheric constituents. The general objectives ICECAP are: to provide measurements of chemical emission processes occurring in the disturbed atmosphere; to uncover unsuspected chemical or interactive processes leading to important infrared radiations; to provide experimental data against which models and computer codes can be compared and evaluated; and to provide data that can be used to update and improve theoretical models and predictive computer codes.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA026703
Entities
People
- Murray J. Baron
- Paul D. Perreault
Organizations
- SRI International