Backscattering by Non-Spherical Natural Particles:Instrument Development, IOP'S, and Implications for Radiative Transfer

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Abstract:

We have developed the LISST series instruments that provide unprecedented quality of data on the forward scattering of light. In this project, we plan to a develop a version of this instrument that will deliver the same high-quality data in backscatter, b guide analytical light-scattering model development with such observations, and c then apply the results to predicting light propagation in the sea by providing as input, the new estimates of IOP s. This proposal is relevant to ONR s Sensor and Systems and Modeling thrust areas. It will contribute to understanding of how the shape of oceanic particles affect backscattering and provide an instrument that specifically addresses backscattering near 180 degree - a crucial parameter to understand, predict, and invert LIDAR signal. The LIDAR signal is proportional to the VSF near 180 degrees.

Author(s):
Boss, Emmanuel ; Agrawal, Yogesh C. ; Mobley, Curtis D.
Author Organization(s):
MAINE UNIV AT ORONO SCHOOL OF MARINE SCIENCES
Descriptive Note:
Annual rept.
Supplementary Note:
Prepared in collaboration with Sequoia Scientific, Inc., Redmond, WA. The original document contains color images.
Pagination:
0007

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Contract/Grant Number(s):
N00014-04-1-0710
Monitor Series:
ONR
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning
Communities of Interest:
Energy and Power Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*OPTICAL PROPERTIES, *RADIATIVE TRANSFER, BACKSCATTERING, PARTICLES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Optics, Thermodynamics
Report Date:
2005 Sep 30
Creation Date:
2013 Apr 29