Millimeter wave emission from oxygen molecules in the atmosphere is investigated as a means for remotely measuring the ambient air temperature. Experimental results show that it is possible to obtain a remote measure of the temperature and temperature gradient. Temperature gradients typically associated with CAT are formulated in a model for computing radiometric temperatures that an in-flight remote sensor would detect.These results show that a millimeter wave radiometric system could be used more effectively than a direct temperature measuring system to provide a more reliable and earlier warning of impending clear air turbulence.
Results Applicable to CAT Detection Using a Millimeter Wave Radiometer Probe
Sae Technical Papers
National Air Meeting on Clear Air Turbulence ; 1966
1966-02-01
Conference paper
English
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