Application of lidar winds to data assimilation and numerical weather prediction

Robert M. Atlas

doi:10.1117/12.351349

28 May 1999 Application of lidar winds to data assimilation and numerical weather prediction

Robert M. Atlas

Proceedings Volume 3707, Laser Radar Technology and Applications IV; (1999) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.351349
Event: AeroSense '99, 1999, Orlando, FL, United States

Abstract

One of the major applications of space-based Doppler wind lidar is to improve atmospheric analyses and numerical weather prediction (NWP). Since the mid 1980s, Observing System Simulation Experiments (OSSEs) have been conducted in order to evaluate the potential impact of lidar winds on NWP. These experiments have shown tremendous potential for satellite lidar observations to improve atmospheric analyses and forecasts. In addition, the OSSEs are providing an evaluation of trade-offs in lidar design, and are currently being used to define the specific requirements for lidar winds in terms of horizontal and vertical coverage and accuracy.

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Robert M. Atlas "Application of lidar winds to data assimilation and numerical weather prediction", Proc. SPIE 3707, Laser Radar Technology and Applications IV, (28 May 1999); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.351349

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