Turbulence

A Time Series Sodar Simulator Based on Large-Eddy Simulation

A sodar simulator capable of producing time series data emulating sodar signals has been developed and tested. The atmospheric fields used to populate the sodar simulator are taken …

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Comparison of Convective Boundary Layer Velocity Spectra Retrieved from Large-Eddy-Simulation and Weather Research and Forecasting Model Data

As computing capabilities expand, operational and research environments are moving toward the use of finescale atmospheric numerical models. These models are attractive for users …

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Jeremy A. Gibbs

Downscaling Techniques for Retrieval of Near-surface Meteorological Fields and Turbulence Parameters From Atmospheric Numerical Model Outputs

The Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model has evolved toward a self- contained numerical weather prediction system, capable of modeling atmospheric mo- tions ranging from …

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Jeremy A. Gibbs

Evaluating Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model predictions of turbulent flow parameters in a dry convective boundary layer

Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model predictions using different boundary layer schemes and horizontal grid spacings were compared with observational and numerical …

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Jeremy A. Gibbs

Turbulent Transport and Surface Interactions Within Inhomogeneous Atmospheric Environments: An Evaluation of Parameterization Schemes in the Weather Research and Forecasting Model

The WRF model is a popular tool, both in research and operational meteorology, offering a practical method to model atmospheric quantities at fine grid spacing.However, proper …

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Jeremy A. Gibbs