Citation
Abstract
In this article a simple and concise expression for the range correction for an atmosphere which possesses arbitrary radial, lateral, and azimuthal gradients of the index of refraction is presented. The validity of this expression hinges only on the assumption that the index of refraction is close to unity, an assumption which is well satisfied for the Earth’s atmosphere. Furthermore, it is shown that the range corrections for a simple model of the Earth’s troposphere, including typical lateral variations, are in close agreement with existing computer solutions.
Details
- Volume
- VI
- Published
- December 15, 1971
- Pages
- 99–105
- File Size
- 626.6 KB