Similarity theory and calculation of turbulent fluxes at the surface for the stably stratified atmospheric boundary layer
| Title | Similarity theory and calculation of turbulent fluxes at the surface for the stably stratified atmospheric boundary layer |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2007 |
| Authors | Zilitinkevich, S, Esau, I |
| Journal | Boundary-Layer Meteorology |
| Volume | 125 |
| Number | 2 |
| Number of Pages | 193-205 |
| Publisher | Springer Science+Business Media B.V. |
| Keywords | Monin–Obukhov similarity theory, Planetary boundary layer, Prandtl number, Richardson number, Stable stratification, Surface fluxes in atmospheric models, Surface layer |
| Abstract | In this paper we revise the similarity theory for the stably stratified atmospheric boundary layer (ABL), formulate analytical approximations for the wind velocity and potential temperature profiles over the entire ABL, validate them against large-eddy simulation and observational data, and develop an improved surface flux calculation technique for use in operational models. |
| URL | http://www.springerlink.com.pva.uib.no/content/8w65h745t87214q4/ |
| DOI | 10.1007/s10546-007-9187-4 |
| Refereed Designation | Unknown |
| Author Address | NERSC |
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