Incorporating Optics into a Coupled Physical-Biological Forecasting System in the Monterey Bay
Abstract
Modeling and predicting ocean optical properties for coastal waters requires linking optical properties with the physical, chemical, and biological processes in the upper ocean. Our long-term goal is to incorporate optical processes into coupled physical-biological models for coastal waters, develop and improve integrated ocean forecasting systems, including prediction of ocean optical properties. 1) To improve performance of the coupled physical-biological model, which is based on the Regional Ocean Model System (ROMS), for the Monterey Bay; 2) To incorporate optical variables into a one-dimensional (1D) physical-biological as well as the improved coupled 3D physical-biological model for the Monterey Bay; 3) To use these variable to drive a radiative transfer model (HydroLight/EcoLight) that will simulate and predict the subsurface light field as well as the ocean's color; 4) To conduct ROMS-biological-optical model simulations for the Monterey Bay with focus on two intensive field experiments, ANOS II (August 2003) and Monterey Bay 2006 (August 2006), and use the bio-optical measurements to constrain and improve the models.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA522145
Entities
People
- Emmanuel S. Boss
- Fei Chai
- Yi Chao
Organizations
- University of Maine