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This book consists of a diverse collection of chapters that seeks
to broaden our fundamental understanding of the ecological function
and biological importance of the Earth's lower atmosphere, which
provides a huge living space for billions of animals moving within
and across continents. Their migration, dispersal and foraging
activities connect water and land habitats within and across
continents. Drawing upon the wide-ranging experience of the
authors, the book takes an inherently interdisciplinary approach
that serves to introduce the reader to the topic of aeroecology,
frame some of the basic biological questions that can be addressed
within the context of aeroecology, and highlight several existing
and emerging technologies that are being used to promote
aeroecological studies. The book begins with several background
chapters, that provide introduction into such topics as atmospheric
science, the concept of the habitat, animal physiology, and methods
of navigation. It then continues with a broad discussion of
observational methods available to and used by aeroecologists.
Finally, several targeted examples of aeroecological studies are
presented. Following the development of the chapters, the reader is
provided with a unifying framework for investigating how the
dynamic properties of meteorological conditions at local, regional,
and global scales affect the organisms that depend on the air for
foraging and movement. Material presented in the book should be of
interest to anyone wishing to gain a comprehensive understanding of
the aerosphere itself and the myriad airborne organisms that
inhabit and depend upon this environment for their existence. The
material should be accessible to a diverse set of readers at all
stages of training and across a range of research expertise.
Richly illustrated, and including both an extensive bibliography
and index, this indispensable guide brings together the theory,
design, and applications of atmospheric radar. It explains the
basic thermodynamics and dynamics of the troposphere, stratosphere,
and mesosphere, and discusses the physical and engineering
principles behind one of the key tools used to study these regions
- MST radars. Key topics covered include antennas, signal
propagation, and signal processing techniques. A wide range of
practical applications are discussed, including the use of
atmospheric radar to study wind profiles, tropospheric temperature,
and gravity waves. A detailed overview of radar designs provides a
wealth of knowledge and tools, providing readers with a strong
basis for building their own instruments. This is an essential
resource for graduate students and researchers working in the areas
of radar engineering, remote sensing, meteorology, and atmospheric
physics, as well as for practitioners in the radar industry.
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