A review and evaluation of integrated atmospheric boundary-layer models for maritime applications
By: C.W. Fairall, K.L. Davidson and G.E. Schacher
Contributors: Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.); Davidson, K.L. (Kenneth LaVern); Schacher, G.E. (Gordon Everett)
Publisher: Naval Postgraduate School
Published: 1981
Place of publication: Monterey, California
Language: eng
Number of pages: 81
Subjects: Boundary layer (Meteorology); Mathematical models; Ocean-atmosphere interaction
Description: This work is an examination of the state-of-the-art of the two layer, integrated type atmospheric mixed-layer models with emphasis on applications to the marine regime. A linear synoptic scale mixed-layer microphysical scale model structure is suggested for short term (24 hour) forecasts of atmospheric variables with naval applications. Several potential deficiencies in the present knowledge are identified for physical parameterizations (particularly the entrainment rate) and the synoptic scale forcing requirements. It is concluded that these models, though promising, have not been verified for a wide range of atmospheric conditions.
Notes: "NPS-63-81-004"--Cover.

Cover title.

"November 1981"--Cover.

"Prepared for: Naval Air Systems Command (Air 3701), Washington, D.C. 20360."

Includes bibliographical references (p. B-10-B-11)

"Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited"--Cover.

Technical report; 1981

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