The PIs propose to use the Jicamarca MST Radar for studies of equatorial middle atmosphere dynamics. The focus will be on the wave motions forcing the large-scale equatorial circulations in the stratosphere, mesosphere, and lower thermosphere and on the seasonal and short-term variability of the forcing and responses. The PIs plan to emphasize vertical coupling and transports of energy and momentum. Finally, they will study the variability of gravity waves, tides, Kelvin waves, and mixed Rossby-gravity waves on both the consequences of cross-equatorial flows and the influences of extra-tropical planetary waves on the dynamics at large and small scales.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences (AGS)
Application #
9120110
Program Officer
Richard A. Behnke
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1992-08-01
Budget End
1996-07-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1991
Total Cost
$129,577
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Wisconsin Madison
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Madison
State
WI
Country
United States
Zip Code
53715