Nonlinear Spectral Evolution of Atmospheric Gravity Waves
Abstract
Our efforts during this research have included the following major emphasis: (1) performance of high resolution studies of KH instability in order to assess the dynamics and impact on optical propagation in support of the ABL program, (2) studies of wave breaking instability and nonlinear wave-wave interactions as other means of limiting wave amplitudes, generating turbulence, and contributing to spectral evolution and optical effects, (3) completion of 2D and 3D studies of vortex dynamics in stratification and shear, and (4) the continuing development of newer, more capable, and more efficient numerical codes for these studies.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 30, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA388141
Entities
People
- David C Fritts
Organizations
- Northwest Research Associates