Tropical Cyclone Outflow Layer Analysis using High-Resolution TCI Data
Abstract
Funds are provided to investigate the following topics using the extraordinary density of TCI dropsonde observations, a unique data set collected in hurricanes Patricia, Marty and Joaquin in 2015. These observations will be used to examine detailed tropopause evolution within the eye and eye wall, the layering of outflow, symmetric instability, details of trough interactions in the upper troposphere, and evaluation of middle latitude convective parameters.The work plan is as follows:1. Because the Patricia tropopause study has already been initiated by PhD student Patrick Duran under the previous grant, a paper will be submitted for publication early in the first year.2. During year 1, the PI~s will investigate the layering of tropical cyclone outflow and the relationship between absolute momentum and potential temperature. They expect to submit a paper on this work during year 1.3. The study of Hurricane Marty will begin late in the first year, and a paper should be submitted during the second year.4. The PI~s will examine the relationship between middle latitude convective parameters and the existence of deep convective cells and mesovortices in the three storms. This will be carried out in year 2.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Jan 04, 2017
- Source ID
- N000141712110
Entities
People
- John Molinari
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- Research Foundation for the State University of New York
- United States Navy