Infrared spectroscopic instrumentation for stratospheric research
Historically, two primary roles have emerged for infrared spectroscopy in stratospheric research. The first is to obtain data pertinent to the problems of radiative transfer and inversion within the terrestrial atmosphere, and the second is to obtain detailed information on the identification of a large number of minor constituents in the atmosphere and their concentration profiles with height. The three types of ir spectrometers used in laboratory studies are the prism and grating spectrometers and the moving-mirror Michelson interferometer system. Advantages and disadvantages of the last two for stratospheric research are discussed. Experience with the following systems for stratospheric research is also discussed: transmission spectroscopy, emission spectroscopy, emission interferometry, and He-cooled emission instruments. (JGB)
- Research Organization:
- Univ. of Denver, CO
- OSTI ID:
- 6290828
- Journal Information:
- Atmos. Technol.; (United States), Vol. 9
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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AIR POLLUTION
AERIAL MONITORING
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EMISSION SPECTROSCOPY
INFRARED SPECTRA
INFRARED SPECTROMETERS
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POLLUTION
SPECTRA
SPECTROMETERS
SPECTROSCOPY
500200* - Environment
Atmospheric- Chemicals Monitoring & Transport- (-1989)