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Adiabatic Invariants in Large-Scale Atmospheric Dynamicsby Michael V. Kurgansky
CRC Press 2002; US$ 139.95This monograph deals with the main principles of large-scale atmospheric dynamics on the basis of adiabatic motion constants. It can be considered as an introduction to the theory of quasi two-dimensional fluid motion concentrating primarily on nearly horizontal fluid parcel displacements in a stably stratified compressible fluid. A thorough mathematical treatment of the governing equations is coupled with a clear interpretation of the phenomena studied and accompanied by examples of real meteorological data analysis. Topics include a complete set of compressible fluid dynamic equations along with a survey on fluid dynamical conservation laws used in meteorology and atmospheric physics; the derivation of two-dimensional atmospheric models;... more...
Inverse Problems in Atmospheric Constituent Transportby I. G. Enting; Alexander J. Dessler; John T. Houghton; Michael J. Rycroft
Cambridge University Press 2002; US$ 70.00This book describes mathematical techniques for interpreting measurements of greenhouse gases in order to learn about their sources and sinks. It is aimed at researchers and graduate students embarking upon studies in this area. Established researchers will also find its extensive referencing invaluable. more...
Baroclinic Tidesby Vasiliy Vlasenko; Nataliya Stashchuk; Kolumban Hutter
Cambridge University Press 2005; US$ 178.00Baroclinic Tides demonstrates the analytical and numerical methods used to study their generation and evolution and, by comparison with experiments and observational data, shows how to distinguish and interpret internal waves. This book is intended for researchers and graduate students of physical oceanography, geophysical fluid dynamics and hydroacoustics. more...
Mid-Latitude Atmospheric Dynamicsby Jonathan E. Martin
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. 2006; US$ 199.95This exciting text provides a mathematically rigorous yet accessible textbook that is primarily aimed at atmospheric science majors. Its accessibility is due to the texts emphasis on conceptual understanding. The first five chapters constitute a companion text to introductory courses covering the dynamics of the mid-latitude atmosphere. The final four chapters constitute a more advanced course, and provide insights into the diagnostic power of the quasi-geostrophic approximation of the equations outlined in the previous chapters, the meso-scale dynamics of thefrontal zone, the alternative PV perspective for cyclone interpretation, and the dynamics of the life-cycle of mid-latitude cyclones. Written in a clear and accessible style Features... more...
Atmospheric Boundary Layer Flowsby J. C. Kaimal; J. J. Finnigan
Oxford University Press 1994; US$ 250.00This text gives a simple view of the structure of the boundary layer, the instruments available for measuring its mean and turbulent properties, how best to make the measurements, and ways to process and analyze the data. more...
An Introduction to Dynamic Meteorologyby James R. Holton
Elsevier 2004; US$ 82.95This revised text presents a cogent explanation of the fundamentals of meteorology, and explains storm dynamics for weather-oriented meteorologists. It discusses climate dynamics and the implications posed for global change. The Fourth Edition features a CD-ROM with MATLABŪ exercises and updated treatments of several key topics. Much of the material is based on a two-term course for seniors majoring in atmospheric sciences. * Provides clear physical explanations of key dynamical principles * Contains a wealth of illustrations to elucidate text and equations, plus end-of-chapter problems * Holton is one of the leading authorities in contemporary meteorology, and well known for his clear writing style * Instructor's Manual available to adopters... more...
An Introduction to Atmospheric Gravity Wavesby Carmen J. Nappo
Elsevier 2002; US$ 106.00Gravity waves exist in all types of geophysical fluids, such as lakes, oceans, and atmospheres. They play an important role in redistributing energy at disturbances, such as mountains or seamounts and they are routinely studied in meteorology and oceanography, particularly simulation models, atmospheric weather models, turbulence, air pollution, and climate research. An Introduction to Atmospheric Gravity Waves provides readers with a working background of the fundamental physics and mathematics of gravity waves, and introduces a wide variety of applications and numerous recent advances. Nappo provides a concise volume on gravity waves with a lucid discussion of current observational techniques and instrumentation. An accompanying CD-ROM... more...
An Introduction to Atmospheric Thermodynamicsby Anastasios Tsonis
Cambridge University Press 2007; US$ 55.00Textbook for short undergraduate courses in atmospheric science, meteorology, physics or natural science programs. more...
Thermodynamics of Atmospheres and Oceansby Judith A. Curry; Peter J. Webster
Elsevier 1999; US$ 109.00Atmospheric and climatological studies are becoming more and more important in day-to-day living. Winds and ocean current owe their existence to the thermodynamic imbalances that arise from the differential heating of the Earth and air by the sun. Accounting for heat exchanges with the atmosphere and ocean is essential in any predictive model of the ocean and/or atmosphere. Thermodynamic feedback processes in the atmosphere and ocean are critical to understanding the overall stability of the Earth's climate and climate change. Water and its phase changes make the thermodynamics of the atmosphere and ocean uniquely interesting and challenging. Written by leading scientists in the field, Thermodynamics of Atmospheres and Oceans incorporates... more...
General Circulation Model Developmentby David A. Randall
Elsevier 2000; US$ 159.00General Circulation Models (GCMs) are rapidly assuming widespread use as powerful tools for predicting global events on time scales of months to decades, such as the onset of EL Nino, monsoons, soil moisture saturation indices, global warming estimates, and even snowfall predictions. While GCMs have been praised for helping to foretell the current El Nino and its impact on droughts in Indonesia, its full power is only now being recognized by international scientists and governments who seek to link GCMs to help them estimate fish harvests, risk of floods, landslides, and even forest fires. Scientists in oceanography, hydrology, meteorology, and climatology and civil, ocean, and geological engineers perceive a need for a reference on GCM design.... more...









