Altitude Dependence of C sub T2 Over the Ocean.
Abstract
The height dependence of the temperature structure parameter was measured with microthermal sensors mounted on a light aircraft. This work was done in conjunction with optical propagation and turbulent transport research in the marine boundary layer. These measurements indicate that, in the absence of a strong inversion, the constant stress layer can be surprisingly thin. The measurements also substantiate the strong role played by temperature and water vapor discontinuities in turbulence above the boundary layer. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA045609
Entities
People
- Christopher W. Fairall
- Jan Sedlacek
- Ralph Markson
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School