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Near-Infrared Temperature Measurement Technique for Water Surrounding an Induction-heated Small Magnetic Sphere
Published on: April 30, 2018
Summary
This study explains infrared emission polarization from water using a polarization-dependent emissivity model. Interactive tables and plots provide polarized water emissivity data for easier application in scientific research.
Area of Science:
- Remote Sensing
- Optics
- Environmental Science
Background:
- Infrared emission from water surfaces exhibits polarization, particularly at large viewing angles.
- Understanding this polarization is crucial for accurate remote sensing and thermal imaging applications.
- Existing data formats for polarized emissivity can be cumbersome for practical use.
Purpose of the Study:
- To mathematically explain the polarization state of infrared emission from water at large viewing angles.
- To provide convenient, interactive data for polarized water emissivity.
- To facilitate the use of polarized emissivity values in scientific and engineering applications.
Main Methods:
- Modeling the wind-roughened water surface as specular facets with a Gaussian slope distribution.
- Developing interactive tables and plots for polarized water emissivity.
- Covering the spectral range of 3-15 micrometers.
Main Results:
- A mathematical explanation for polarization-dependent emissivity of water at large viewing angles.
- Interactive tools offering polarized water emissivity values.
- Data presented in an easily accessible electronic format for direct application.
Conclusions:
- The developed interactive format simplifies the application of polarized water emissivity data.
- This work enhances the utility of polarization information in infrared remote sensing of water bodies.
- Accurate emissivity data is provided for a wind-roughened water surface model.
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