Optics in the air : observing optical phenomena through airplane windows /

"Most naturally occurring optical displays can be seen from an airplane, and some are best viewed while airborne. This book is an introduction to optical phenomena in the natural world - primarily in the atmosphere (or "in the air"). It follows a simple approach that can be understood...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Shaw, Joseph A. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Bellingham, Washington USA : SPIE Press, [2017]
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • Sky colors
  • Coronas and iridescence
  • Rainbows and cloud bows
  • Glories
  • Shadows
  • Water colors and glitter
  • Halos and pillars
  • Noctilucent clouds and aurora
  • Colors from polarization
  • Scenery and interesting sights.