The Response of Optical Array Spectrometers to Ice and Snow: A Study of 2-D Probe Area-to-Mass Relationships.

Abstract

Theoretical and field data analysis were performed to determine area-to-mass relationships for the response of 2-D Optical Array Spectrometers to snow crystals. A single theoretical relationship was found adequate to correct the measured area to true area for all but stellar dendrites and needles. Area-to-mass relationships established from the analysis of field data were found to be well behaved. The application of software without complete habit definition is discussed and shown to be potentially feasible.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 08, 1976
Accession Number
ADA034741

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  • Robert G. Knollenberg

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Computing-Related Activities
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Science
  • Geometry
  • Instrumentation
  • Mathematics
  • Spectrometers
  • Two Dimensional

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  • Optical Physics and Photonics.
  • Polar and Arctic Studies
  • Space Exploration and Orbital Mechanics.