Infrared reflectance of high altitude clouds

The spectral reflectance characteristics of cirrostratus, cirrus clouds, and a jet contrail, in the 0.68-2.4-micro spectral interval, are of interest for remote sensing of cloud types from orbiting satellites. Measurements made with a down-looking spectrometer from a high altitude aircraft show diff...

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Published in:Applied optics (2004) 1970-03, Vol.9 (3), p.561-563
Main Authors: Hovis, Jr, W A, Blaine, L R, Forman, M L
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:The spectral reflectance characteristics of cirrostratus, cirrus clouds, and a jet contrail, in the 0.68-2.4-micro spectral interval, are of interest for remote sensing of cloud types from orbiting satellites. Measurements made with a down-looking spectrometer from a high altitude aircraft show differences between the signatures of naturally formed ice clouds, a fresh jet contrail, and a snow covered surface.
ISSN:1559-128X
DOI:10.1364/ao.9.000561