Rain waves-wind waves interaction application to scatterometryModulation of a rain wave pattern by longer waves has been studied. An analytical model taking into account capillarity effects and obliquity of short waves has been developed. Modulation rates in wave number and amplitude have been computed. Experiments were carried out in a wave tank. First results agree with theoretical models, but higher values of modulation rates are measured. These results could be taken into account for understanding the radar response from the sea surface during rain.
Document ID
19910031219
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Kharif, C. (Aix-Marseilles Univ. France)
Giovanangeli, J. P. (Institut de Mecanique Statistique de la Turbulence Marseille, France)
Bliven, L. (NASA Wallops Flight Center Wallops Island, VA, United States)