Technology of Polarization Diversity Radars for Meteorology: Panel Report. Chapter 19B

摘要

A panel of 30 scientists and engineers from 7 countries evaluated the present status of research involving polarization diversity radars and made recommendations for the future of this speciality. Polarization diversity radar techniques have been shown to be of great value for deriving microphysical characteristics of clouds and precipitation. The most critical issues pertaining to research with polarization diversity radars are (1) to use existing radars more effectively in research, (2) to improve the verification of radar measurements, and (3) to develop improved radar facilities. It is essential that specialists in polarization diversity radar technology interact with meteorologists and engineers in a wide range of specialties to guide the development of polarimetric radar facilities and techniques. Reprints. (r.h.)