Solar Irradiance Short Wave Radiation Users Guide.

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Abstract:

Solar irradiance for short wave radiation 400-700 nm at the sea surface can be calculated using inputs obtained from satellite systems and model estimates. The short wave solar irradiance is important for estimating the surface heating that occurs in the near surface and estimating the available irradiance for biological growth in the upper ocean. The variability of the solar irradiance is believed to have significant influence on the global carbon cycle. This users guide provides an understanding of the models and operational procedures for using the software and understanding the results. AN

Author(s):
Martinolich, Paul ; Arnone, Robert A.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL RESEARCH LAB STENNIS SPACE CENTER MS
Descriptive Note:
Final rept.,
Pagination:
0024

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NRL/MR/7243--95-7587
Project Number(s):
R3716
Monitor Series:
ONR
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_8_Building Partnerships
Modernization Areas:
Space
Communities of Interest:
Space
Descriptor(s):
*OCEAN SURFACE, *SOLAR RADIATION, DATA BASES, COMPUTER PROGRAM DOCUMENTATION, ALGORITHMS, SOFTWARE ENGINEERING, USER MANUALS, HIGH FREQUENCY, GLOBAL, AEROSOLS, CARBON, ESTIMATES, OCEANOGRAPHIC DATA, SEASONAL VARIATIONS, IMAGES, COMPUTER GRAPHICS, MARINE BIOLOGY, REFLECTANCE, SUBROUTINES, COMPUTER FILES, AIR WATER INTERACTIONS, PIXELS, SURFACE TEMPERATURE, OZONE LAYER, SHORT WAVELENGTHS, CLOUD COVER, SOLAR HEATING, SOLAR CYCLE, WATER VAPOR, EXECUTIVE ROUTINES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Astrophysics, Physical and Dynamic Oceanography, Computer Programming and Software
Keyword(s):
PE63716D, WUDN154216
Report Date:
1995 May 19