Study of D-Region Ionosphere Using Radio Wave Interaction Technique.
Abstract
This report describes the outcome of an ionospheric D-region study made with the wave interaction experimental technique mainly using the all-digitalized facilities at The Pennsylvania State University. Theoretical basis and the experimental evidence of the presence of atmospheric gravity waves in the D-region ionosphere are presented. Spectral analysis of the wave interaction data indicated that the presence of waves with periods ranging from tens of minutes to few hours are possible. Critical intercomparison of two independently-developed electron-density profile inversion techniques are presented. The results showed that the two methods led to similar profile indicating their reliability in profile inversion. Finally, temporal variations in D-region electron densities are presented showing diurnal variations as well as the variability between normal and anomalous conditions. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 18, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA038413
Entities
People
- A. J. Ferraro
- Hwang Sheng Lee
Organizations
- Pennsylvania State University