RADAR DETECTION OF PRECIPITATiON
- 1 September 1946
- journal article
- Published by American Meteorological Society in Journal of Meteorology
- Vol. 3 (3) , 78-84
- https://doi.org/10.1175/1520-0469(1946)003<0078:rdop>2.0.co;2
Abstract
Detection of precipitation by radar is possible because of the scattering of high-frequency radio waves by precipitation forms. Radar echoes being thus directly related to precipitation may be classified in a simple manner according to meteorological origin. Precipitation echoes from thunderstorms, showers, cold fronts, and warm fronts are described, classified, and illustrated. Radar equipment suitable for meteorological use is briefly described, with suggestions for application in forecasting and research.Keywords
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