Augmentation of Early Intensity Forecasting in Tropical Cyclones

Abstract

In this project, we develop an objective and automatic intensity estimator of Tropical Cyclones (TCs) based on satellite infrared (IR) imagery. The proposed methodology analyzes the TC's shape or pattern to perform the intensity estimates, which will be available every 30 minutes (or depending on image acquisition availability) for the Atlantic, Eastern North Pacific and Western North Pacific basins. We are investigating the underlying atmospheric dynamics by using mesoscale modeling and comparing the modeled storms to the measured signatures.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 30, 2010
Accession Number
ADA538790

Entities

People

  • Elizabeth A. Ritchie
  • J. S. Tyo

Organizations

  • University of Arizona

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Satellites
  • Atmospheric Physics
  • Atmospheric Sciences
  • Cyclones
  • Databases
  • Delphi Method
  • Earth Sciences
  • Education
  • Hurricanes
  • Infrared Images
  • Intensity
  • Meteorology
  • Remote Sensing
  • Satellite Imaging
  • Students
  • Tropical Cyclones
  • Universities

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Atmospheric Science/Meteorology
  • Sensor Fusion and Tracking Systems.
  • Statistical inference.

Technology Areas

  • Space