Title
A 3D drop-size distribution model based on the convolution of raindrops at terminal velocity
Abbreviated Journal Title
Int. J. Remote Sens.
Keywords
Remote Sensing; Imaging Science & Photographic Technology
Abstract
Using a matrix of drop size distributions (DSDs), measured by a microscale array of disdrometers, a method of spatial and temporal DSD interpolation is presented. The goal of this interpolation technique is to estimate the DSD above the disdrometer array as a function of three spatial coordinates, time and drop diameter. This interpolation algorithm assumes simplified drop dynamics, based on cloud advection and terminal velocity of raindrops. Once a 3D DSD has been calculated, useful quantities such as radar reflectivity Z and rainfall rate R can be computed and compared with corresponding rain gauge and weather radar data.
Journal Title
International Journal of Remote Sensing
Volume
23
Issue/Number
15
Publication Date
1-1-2002
Document Type
Article
Language
English
First Page
3115
Last Page
3121
WOS Identifier
ISSN
0143-1161
Recommended Citation
"A 3D drop-size distribution model based on the convolution of raindrops at terminal velocity" (2002). Faculty Bibliography 2000s. 3303.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/facultybib2000/3303
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