Date of Award

6-2024

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science in Optical Science and Engineering

Department

Department of Engineering Physics

First Advisor

Santasri R. Bose-Pillai, PhD

Abstract

A stacked beacon turbulence profiling methodology has been introduced and applied to have increased profiling on the Turbulence and Aerosol Research and Investigation System (TARDIS). The model was derived and demonstrated the applicability through discussion on data processing and inversion processes. The methodology was applied for two different nighttime experiments, one in Summer and one in Fall. C 2 n profiles were derived into the 1300 m altitude ranges for both nights and the summer experiment was compared to a co-located DELTA Sky measurements and LEEDR generated Climatological profiles. The comparison implied promise in the methodology with additional work needed to design a system with higher detectable signal.

AFIT Designator

AFIT-ENP-MS-24-J-028

Comments

An embargo was observed for posting this thesis.

The document is Distribution A: Approved for public release, Distribution Unlimited. PA Case number 88ABW-2024-0688

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