BISTATIC SCATTERING OF RADIOWAVES BY A MELTING LAYER OF PRECIPITATION

This paper addresses bistatic scattering of radiowaves by the melting layer of precipitation. The bistatic radar reflectivities are formulat ed and can be computed at 1-100 GHz by applying the Mie theory for fiv e raindrop-size distributions at rain rates below 12.5 mm/h. Examples computed at 35 GHz are presented, This original bistatic scatter calcu lation is not only of substantial guidance into bistatic scattering of radiowaves by the real melting layer of precipitation, but also shoul d be appropriate for considering the interference problems including t he melting layer effects for engineering purposes.