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A multi-instrument fuzzy logic boundary-layer-top detection algorithm
Elizabeth N. Smith
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NOAA/OAR National Severe Storms Laboratory, Norman, Oklahoma, USA
Jacob T. Carlin
Cooperative Institute for Severe and High-Impact Weather Research and Operations, The University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, USA
NOAA/OAR National Severe Storms Laboratory, Norman, Oklahoma, USA
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Short summary
Boundary-layer height observations remain sparse in time and space. In this study we create a new fuzzy logic method for synergistically combining boundary-layer height estimates from a suite of instruments. These estimates generally compare well to those from radiosondes; plus, the approach offers near-continuous estimates through the entire diurnal cycle. Suspected reasons for discrepancies are discussed. The code for the newly presented fuzzy logic method is provided for the community to use.
Boundary-layer height observations remain sparse in time and space. In this study we create a...
