Simulation studies of satellite spectral radiances for 11·1, 8·3, 7·3, 6·7 μm IR bands

  • Vijay K Agarwal
  • A V Ashajayanthi
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Abstract

Starting with an outline of spectral radiance calculation for infrared bands, a simulation study has been presented for 11.1, 8.3, 7.3 and 6.7 μm. Detailed response of the spectral radiance to the meteorological parameters has been studied by generating simulated atmospheric temperature and moisture profiles for Indian atmospheres. It has been found that the responses of the 8.3, 7.3 and 6.7 μm bands are maximum for lower troposphere, middle troposphere and upper troposphere respectively, and these spectral radiances are linearly related to the water vapour content of the relevant layers. The thermal IR window at 11.1 μm is found to be sensitive to not only surface temperature and total water vapour content but also to the boundary layer values of mean temperature and water vapour content.

Keywords

Satellite infrared radiances radiative transfer atmospheric transmittances atmospheric simulations intrared absorption water vapour content 
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© Indian Academy of Sciences 1981

Authors and Affiliations

  • Vijay K Agarwal
    • 1
  • A V Ashajayanthi
    • 1
  1. 1.Meteorology DivisionSpace Applications CentreAhmedabadIndia

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