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A 2-D non-local closure model for atmospheric boundary layer simulations

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In this paper a new approach for PBL simulation, the non-local closure scheme based on the transient turbulence theory has been used. It was set up as an alternative to local closure schemes which physical concept is reasonable and distinct. A 2-D non-local closure model was developed in order to study the PBL structure and simulate some interesting atmospheric processes over non-uniform underlying surface, especially under the convective and unique weather conditions, such as sea-land circulation and the TIBL structure. The modelled results show good agreement with field measurement.

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  1. Guest Researcher in LAPC, 100029, Beijing

    Jiang Weimei & Wang Xuemei

  2. Department of Atmospheric Sciences, Nanjing University, 210093, Nanjing

    Jiang Weimei & Wang Xuemei

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Weimei, J., Xuemei, W. A 2-D non-local closure model for atmospheric boundary layer simulations. Adv. Atmos. Sci. 13, 169–182 (1996). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02656860

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