Masters Theses in the Pure and Applied Sciences
Masters Theses in the Pure and Applied Sciences

Author: W. H. Shafer

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 311

ISBN-13: 1468442295

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Masters Theses in the Pure and Applied Sciences was first conceived, published, and dis seminated by the Center for Information and Numerical Data Analysis and Synthesis (CINDAS) * at Purdue University in 1957, starting its coverage of theses with the academic year 1955. Beginning with Volume 13, the printing and dissemination phases of the ac tivity were transferred to University Microfilms/Xerox of Ann Arbor, Michigan, with the thought that such an arrangement would be more beneficial to the academic and general scientific and technical community. After five years of this joint undertaking we had concluded that it was in the interest of all concerned if the printing and distribution of the volume were handled by an international publishing. house to assure improved service and broader dissemination. Hence, starting with Volume 18, Masters Theses in the Pure and Applied Sciences has been disseminated on a worldwide basis by Plenum Publishing Corporation of New York, and in the same year the coverage was broadened to include Canadian universities. All back issues can also be ordered from Plenum. We have reported in Volume 25 (thesis year 1980) a total of 10,308 theses titles from 27 Canadian and 214 United States universities. We are sure that this broader base for theses titles reported will greatly enhance the value of this important annual reference work. While Volume 25 reports theses submitted in 1980, on occasion, certain universities do report theses submitted in previous years but not reported at the time.

The Sea Breeze Circulation During the Land Sea Breeze Experiment (LASBEX) in Central California
The Sea Breeze Circulation During the Land Sea Breeze Experiment (LASBEX) in Central California

Author: Michael Fagan

Publisher:

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 139

ISBN-13:

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The sea breeze circulation was investigated using a combination of acoustic doppler sodar, doppler lidar and conventional observations in central California on the coast of Monterey Bay. The study was called LASBEX (Land Sea Breeze EXperiment). A monostatic three-axis phased-array doppler sodar was able to detect the various features of the sea breeze front, which has many of the characteristics of a gravity head current produced in laboratory experiments, such as the longitudinal vortex, lobe and cleft structure, and strong regions of turbulence and convergence. Profiles of the wind field and its component variances were generated every five minutes. Vertical velocities up to 1.0 m/s were detected in the updraft region at the front. Vertical velocity fields were used to derive the horizontal divergence associated with the sea breeze and values of convergence in the range of .004/s and greater were calculated. These are believed to be more accurate values than any found in previous sea breeze studies. Doppler lidar radial velocity information was useful in mapping the various layers and wind structure of the sea breeze. The wind field of the sea breeze by the lidar was compared with the sodar. The results of this comparison showed that the sodar was well suited to investigate features under 600 meters in height, such as the updraft region behind the front and the variance of the wind, whereas the lidar was better at describing the larger scale flow, such as the return flow of the sea breeze, the convergence zone along the sea breeze front and prevailing synoptic winds. Together, these instruments gave a comprehensive and complete description of the sea breeze frontal structure, evolution and movement. Theses.(jhd).

A Practical Analysis of Sea Breeze Effects on Coastal Areas
A Practical Analysis of Sea Breeze Effects on Coastal Areas

Author: Rich Dunk CCM

Publisher: Fulton Books

Published: 2024-06-28

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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This publication provides a practical analysis of the sea breeze circulation and how it affects the several applications associated with coastal areas. These applications could range from recreational activities to extensive commercial endeavors. The applied information presented is based on several years of evaluating the sea breeze utilizing innovative monitoring/modeling methods and procedures. The intent of this writing is not to include rigorous equations and detailed descriptions that define the physics and dynamics of the sea breeze. The purpose of this publication is to provide relevant and applicable concepts for practitioners involved with the coastal environment. These applied concepts will therefore enable them to have a working knowledge of the sea breeze, so they can utilize this knowledge to ensure that their endeavors are efficient and cost-effective. As a note for interested readers, the equations and detailed descriptions that explain the physics of the sea breeze are presented in the various references provided in this publication. Furthermore, included are implications and suggestions for further research and applied studies that should enhance the understanding of sea breeze circulation and why it has substantial effects on the coastal environment.