Dynamics of Small-Scale Oceanic Motions
Abstract
The research goals were: (1) Description and modelling of the kinematical structure and dynamical processes of oceanic motions that have horizontal scales from a few meters to a few kilometers; and (2) Understanding the role that these small-scale motions play in the redistribution and mixing of momentum, potential vorticity, heat, and salt. The objective were: (1) To arrive at a complete kinematical description of small-scale motions in terms of gravity and vortical (i.e., potential vorticity carrying) motions; (2) To assess the feasibility of monitoring internal wave parameters from routinely taken measurements with ship mounted Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers; and (3) To determine and parameterize the effect of internal gravity waves absorbed in critical layers. The approach was by theoretical and data analyses.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1990
- Accession Number
- ADA231718
Entities
People
- Peter R. Müeller
Organizations
- University of Hawaiʻi System