Two-Dimensional Radiative Back-Scattering from Optically Thick Media
Abstract
The theoretical and experimental results of anisotropic back-scattering from an optically thick medium exposed to a laser beam are presented. The laser beam is incident normal to the upper surface of the scattering medium. Uniformly sized latex particles with diameters ranging from 0. 046 to 0. 35 mu m are used for the scattering centers in a water solution. The results are discussed for back-scattered radiation as a function of optical radius from the laser beam and optical thickness of the scattering medium. The results show that an isotropic scattering solution can be used for large optical radii if one uses effective optical properties. The agreement between theory and experiment is improved when index of refraction effects at the interface are included.
Recommended Citation
H. F. Nelson et al., "Two-Dimensional Radiative Back-Scattering from Optically Thick Media," American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Heat Transfer Division, (Publication) HTD, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), Jan 1985.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3246981
Meeting Name
American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Heat Transfer Division, (Publication) HTD (1985, Denver, CO, USA)
Department(s)
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Document Type
Article - Conference proceedings
Document Version
Citation
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text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 1985 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Jan 1985
