The atmospheric dynamics of Venus according to Doppler measurements by the Venera entry probes.
Abstract
The Doppler-tracked wind data from the Venera series of probes are summarized. The observed winds, vertical motions, and turbulence are discussed and compared with theoretical expectations.
- Publication:
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Venus
- Pub Date:
- 1983
- Bibcode:
- 1983vens.book..766K
- Keywords:
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- Atmospheric Circulation;
- Dynamic Models;
- Venera Satellites;
- Venus Atmosphere;
- Wind Profiles;
- Wind Velocity Measurement;
- Atmospheric Turbulence;
- Doppler Radar;
- Energy Budgets;
- Vertical Motion;
- Wind Shear;
- Wind Variations;
- Lunar and Planetary Exploration;
- Venus Atmosphere:Dynamics;
- Venus Atmosphere:Winds