Requirements for Improved Infrared Prediction Capability: LWIR.

Abstract

This report describes work performed to determine the major uncertainties involved in the prediction of the long wavelength infrared (LWIR) environment following a megaton-class, high-altitude burst. Included for consideration is emission from the molecular species O3, NO2, N2O, CO2, uranium- and fission-fragment oxide ions, and from electrons in the fireball plume. A priority listing is provided of recommended research items necessary for improvement of our prediction capability. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 31, 1980
Accession Number
ADA102523

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  • Douglas H. Archer

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Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Sensors
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ceramic Materials
  • Chemical Reactions
  • Chemistry
  • Dissociation
  • Electron Density
  • Electronic States
  • Electrons
  • Energy Conservation
  • Environment
  • Ground State
  • Long-Wavelength Infrared Radiation
  • Measurement
  • Metal Oxides
  • Military Research
  • Optical Phenomena
  • Optical Properties
  • Plastic Explosives

Readers

  • Molecular Photonics/Laser Physics
  • Software Engineering
  • Solar Physics

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics