Scattering by non-spherical particles of size comparable to a wavelength - A new semi-empirical theoryMie theory, which is generally used to describe the scattering behavior of particles at a certain wavelength, is only rigorously correct for spherical particles. Particles found as atmospheric constituents, with the exception of cloud droplets, are, however, decidedly nonspherical. An investigation is, therefore, conducted regarding the significant ways in which the scattering behavior of irregularly shaped particles differs from that of spheres. A systematic method is formulated for treating the real scalar scattering behavior. A description is presented of a new semiempirical theory based on simple physical principles and data obtained in laboratory measurements, which successfully reproduces the single scattering phase function for a wide range of particle shapes, sizes, and refractive indices.
Document ID
19790037016
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Pollack, J. B. (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Cuzzi, J. N. (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, Calif., United States)