Search for New Astronomical Site in Indonesia: II. Transparency of Tropical Atmosphere
Abstract: We present a
theoretical model of atmospheric transparencies for tropical region of
Indonesia in the framework of developing multi-wavelength astronomical
observations. The wavelengths of interest are radio, infrared, and optical domains.
Beside science objectives, sky transparencies are needed to determine the
corresponding wavelength band to be optimized in the observatory design. A
clear sky condition is then assumed in
the model and a line-by-line radiative transfer code is used at high spectral
resolution. The results, combined with
study on meteorological satellite data, are utilized to provide various
information to select the best possible sites for a new astronomical observatory
in Indonesia.
Author: Taufiq Hidayat, Putra
Mahasena, and Budi Dermawan
Journal Code: jpfisikagg100014
