Coastal Aerosol Distribution by Data Assimilation
Abstract
The long-term goal of this research is to develop an initialization scheme for a multi-dimensional, predictive aerosol model in coastal regions. The initialization scheme will have global coverage and include data gathering, quality control, and data assimilation of the available aerosol observations, including satellite aerosol retrievals, ground-based remote sensing, point measurements, and the previous aerosol forecast. The model will predict the atmospheric aerosols responsible for degradation of EO propagation in regions of DoD interest. Post-processors will calculate parameters for use in strategic and tactical planning, training, and operational activities.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 30, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA572806
Entities
People
- Douglas L. Westphal
- Elizabeth A. Reid
Organizations
- United States Naval Research Laboratory