Wind Measurements Using Forward-Scatter CW Radar

W. P. Birkemeier University of Wisconsin, Madison 53706

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A. B. Fontaine University of Wisconsin, Madison 53706

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K. S. Gage University of Wisconsin, Madison 53706

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S. A. Gronemeyer University of Wisconsin, Madison 53706

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W. H. Jasperson University of Wisconsin, Madison 53706

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Abstract

The ability of a forward-scatter CW radar to measure cross-path wind speed profiles is demonstrated from the results of a two-week observation period in June 1971. Radar-measured winds are compared with wind speeds measured simultaneously by radiosondes and pibals. It is concluded that forward-scatter CW radar is a sensitive atmospheric probe which can accurately measure atmospheric winds.

Abstract

The ability of a forward-scatter CW radar to measure cross-path wind speed profiles is demonstrated from the results of a two-week observation period in June 1971. Radar-measured winds are compared with wind speeds measured simultaneously by radiosondes and pibals. It is concluded that forward-scatter CW radar is a sensitive atmospheric probe which can accurately measure atmospheric winds.

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