Air-Ocean Modeling and Prediction System Development
Abstract
Increase our scientific understanding of the processes that are responsible for energy transport between the atmosphere and ocean and apply this knowledge to improve our ability to predict the atmosphere and ocean, particularly in their respective boundary layers. Enhance the Navy's tactical capabilities through better definition of the littoral battlespace environment. Study the effects and feedbacks that occur on the mesoscale between the atmosphere and ocean. For example, tropical and extratropical cyclones have been observed to change the circulation and temperature of the ocean, and coastal ocean processes such as upwelling occur as a direct result of atmospheric forcing. These oceanic changes can then, in turn, have an impact on the subsequent structure and behavior of the atmospheric boundary layer.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 30, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA539506
Entities
People
- James D. Doyle
Organizations
- United States Naval Research Laboratory