Radar and microphysical characteristics of convective storms simulated from a numerical model using a new microphysical parameterizationThe basic features of a new and improved bulk-microphysical parameterization capable of simulating the hydrometeor structure of convective systems in all types of large-scale environments (with minimal adjustment of coefficients) are studied. Reflectivities simulated from the model are compared with radar observations of an intense midlatitude convective system. Simulated reflectivities using the novel four-class ice scheme with a microphysical parameterization rain distribution at 105 min are illustrated. Preliminary results indicate that this new ice scheme works efficiently in simulating midlatitude continental storms.
Document ID
19930053735
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Ferrier, Brad S. (Universities Space Research Association Greenbelt, MD, United States)
Tao, Wei-Kuo (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Greenbelt, MD, United States)
Simpson, Joanne (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Greenbelt, MD, United States)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1991
Publication Information
Publication: In: International Conference on Radar Meteorology, 25th, Paris, France, June 24-28, 1991, Preprints (A93-37626 15-47)