Turbulent Mixing Rates Associated with Near-Inertial Internal Waves
Abstract
The primary goals of the NISKINE DRI are to 1) investigate the rate that near-inertial wave (NIW) energy is input into the upper ocean through time variable wind stress or geostrophicinstabilities, 2) explore the propagation and evolution of NIW, particularly the role of interaction with mesoscale or submesoscale vorticity, shear and strain, and 3) understand the associated rates and patterns of turbulent mixing that ensue from this entire chain of dynamics. Here we propose to contribute to these goals in two ways: A) provide direct measurements of turbulentdissipation rates via ship-based microstructure profiling in years 1 and 3, and B) facilitate and assist in fulfilling the overall DRI objectives both within the funded group and though buildingcollaborations with international partners.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Jul 10, 2018
- Source ID
- N000141812388
Entities
People
- Jennifer MacKinnon
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy
- University of California, San Diego