Scattering of Solar Radiation by Clouds.
Abstract
Several simple models for computing the diffuse reflectance of solar radiation from plane-parallel cloud layers are formulated and assessed for accuracy. None of the models in their simplest form is suitable for application within the constraint of a factor of two accuracy. However, an empirical modification of the single-scattering model yields a procedure for computing the diffuse reflection coefficient with a nominal error of < 50 percent. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 05, 1978
- Accession Number
- ADA062828
Entities
People
- Stephen J. Young
Organizations
- The Aerospace Corporation