Review of the sea normalized radar reflectivity at low grazing angles
https://doi.org/10.34680/2076-8052.2025.3(141).422-441
Abstract
The intensity of the signals reflected from the sea surface depends on the sea state, collection geometry, wind speed, direction, and radar frequency. The main parameter determining the intensity of reflection is the sea normalized radar reflectivity. The article discusses various models mean backscatter models at low grazing angles, under different observation conditions, and shows the limits of their applicability. The accuracy of the experimental data is analyzed. Based on the calculations, the author presented a fairly transparent methodology for assessing the compliance of the results of using models with the empirical data obtained.
About the Author
V. N. Mikhailov
Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University «LETI»
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Saint Petersburg
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Mikhailov V.N. Review of the sea normalized radar reflectivity at low grazing angles. Vestnik of Novgorod State University. 2025;(3(141)):422-441. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.34680/2076-8052.2025.3(141).422-441
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