An Introduction to Global Spectral Modeling

Numerical weather prediction is receiving increased attention as weather forecasters aim to improve the numerical models used to forecast the weather. This is a textbook on global spectral modeling, which is an important component for global weather forecasts at numerous operational centers. This bo...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Krishnamurti, T.N., Bedi, H.S. (Author), Hardiker, V. (Author), Watson-Ramaswamy, Leela (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York, NY Springer New York 2006, 2006
Edition:2nd ed. 2006
Series:Atmospheric and Oceanographic Sciences Library
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • An Introduction to Finite Differencing
  • Time-Differencing Schemes
  • What Is a Spectral Model?
  • Lower-Order Spectral Model
  • Mathematical Aspects of Spectral Models
  • Multilevel Global Spectral Model
  • Physical Processes
  • Initialization Procedures
  • Spectral Energetics
  • Limited Area Spectral Model
  • Ensemble Forecasting
  • Adaptive Observational Strategies