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A review of radar studies of the middle atmosphere
Author(s) -
Harper R. M.,
Gordon W. E.
Publication year - 1980
Publication title -
radio science
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.371
H-Index - 84
eISSN - 1944-799X
pISSN - 0048-6604
DOI - 10.1029/rs015i002p00195
Subject(s) - atmosphere (unit) , radar , mesosphere , environmental science , ultra high frequency , atmospheric dynamics , remote sensing , meteorology , atmospheric models , atmospheric model , scattering , atmospheric sciences , stratosphere , computer science , geology , physics , telecommunications , optics
This paper reviews radar studies of the middle atmosphere at VHF and UHF frequencies. The mechanisms responsible for the scattering at both stratospheric and mesospheric heights are qualitatively discussed, and an attempt is made to evaluate the potential of the technique for inferring atmospheric parameters. A few applications of the technique to the study of atmospheric dynamics are then presented. Finally, some recommendations are made for future work.