'Invert', A Computer Program For Obtaining D-Region Electron Density Profiles from VLF Reflection Coefficients.

Abstract

INVERT is a FORTRAN computer program designed to study the feasibility of obtaining electron density distributions of the D-region of the ionosphere. These electron density profiles would be derived from measurements of ionospheric reflection coefficients. The radio propagation frequencies would be limited to the VLF band, particularly 3-20 kHz. This report contains a discussion of the analytical approach taken in INVERT, a FORTRAN listing of the program, instructions for using the program and some sample calculations using simulated data. The program has not been used with real data. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 30, 1977
Accession Number
ADA050256

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  • Charles H. Shellman
  • David G. Morfitt

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  • Band Structures
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Differential Equations
  • Electromagnetic Wave Propagation
  • Electron Density
  • Electrons
  • Energy Bands
  • Equations
  • Frequency
  • Integrals
  • Magnetic Fields
  • Radio Frequency
  • Radio Waves
  • Standards
  • Statistics
  • Three Dimensional

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  • Physics

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  • Microelectronics
  • Microelectronics - Microelectromechanical Systems