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Intelligent Modeling of the Ionosphere and Troposphere for Radio Application

A special issue of Atmosphere (ISSN 2073-4433). This special issue belongs to the section "Atmospheric Techniques, Instruments, and Modeling".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2024 | Viewed by 5635

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Jian Wang

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School of Microelectronics, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
Interests: space weather; intelligent modeling; radio propagation; wireless communication
Dr. Yu Zheng

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College Electronic Information, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China
Interests: ionospheric monitoring; space environment; radio propagation; inverse problem
Dr. Jieqing Fan

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School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, North China Electric Power University, Beijing 102206, China
Interests: intelligent modeling; radio propagation; THz communication

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Since the latter half of the 20th century, the rapid advancement of wireless communication technology has profoundly influenced every facet of daily life, creating an imperative and practical demand for comprehending space weather in the cognitive realm and acquiring expertise in the principles of radio wave propagation. In recent decades, substantial achievements have been made in space weather science and radio wave propagation research. However, complex challenges persist due to this field's interdisciplinary nature and extensive investigation scope, awaiting resolution. Moreover, introducing artificial intelligence technology has further invigorated space weather science and radio wave propagation, positioning them as vibrant and burgeoning disciplines.

This Special Issue aims to improve our understanding of the characteristics of the electromagnetic environment and electromagnetic wave propagation in the ionosphere and troposphere for radio applications using intelligent modeling techniques. To develop a deeper insight into coupling processes between the electromagnetic environment and electromagnetic wave propagation, this Special Issue will focus on observations, models, simulations, innovative algorithms, and intelligent modeling techniques applied in the solar activity cycle, the ionosphere, the troposphere, and multi-physics coupling.

This Special Issue welcomes papers that discuss innovative multidisciplinary and multiparameter methods and applications for the modeling of phenomena in the solar activity cycle, the ionosphere, and the troposphere, as well as the possible interactions and indications of electromagnetic effects.

Dr. Jian Wang
Dr. Yu Zheng
Dr. Jieqing Fan
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • ionosphere
  • troposphere
  • solar activity
  • space weather
  • radio propagation
  • ground-based and satellite observations
  • intelligent modeling
  • multi-physics coupling
  • natural geo-hazard

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Improved Ionospheric Total Electron Content Maps over China Using Spatial Gridding Approach
by Fucheng Song and Shuangshuang Shi
Atmosphere 2024, 15(3), 351; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/atmos15030351 - 13 Mar 2024
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Precise regional ionospheric total electron content (TEC) models play a crucial role in correcting ionospheric delays for single-frequency receivers and studying variations in the Earth’s space environment. A particle swarm optimization neural network (PSO-NN)-based model for ionospheric TEC over China has been developed [...] Read more.
Precise regional ionospheric total electron content (TEC) models play a crucial role in correcting ionospheric delays for single-frequency receivers and studying variations in the Earth’s space environment. A particle swarm optimization neural network (PSO-NN)-based model for ionospheric TEC over China has been developed using a long-term (2008–2021) ground-based global positioning system (GPS), COSMIC, and Fengyun data under geomagnetic quiet conditions. In this study, a spatial gridding approach is utilized to propose an improved version of the PSO-NN model, named the PSO-NN-GRID. The root-mean-square error (RMSE) and mean absolute error (MAE) of the TECs estimated from the PSO-NN-GRID model on the test data set are 3.614 and 2.257 TECU, respectively, which are 7.5% and 5.5% smaller than those of the PSO-NN model. The improvements of the PSO-NN-GRID model over the PSO-NN model during the equinox, summer, and winter of 2015 are 0.4–22.1%, 0.1–12.8%, and 0.2–26.2%, respectively. Similarly, in 2019, the corresponding improvements are 0.5–13.6%, 0–10.1%, and 0–16.1%, respectively. The performance of the PSO-NN-GRID model is also verified under different solar activity conditions. The results reveal that the RMSEs for the TECs estimated by the PSO-NN-GRID model, with F10.7 values ranging within [0, 80), [80, 100), [100, 130), [130, 160), [160, 190), [190, 220), and [220, +), are, respectively, 1.0%, 2.8%, 4.7%, 5.5%, 10.1%, 9.1%, and 28.4% smaller than those calculated by the PSO-NN model. Full article
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Novel Intelligent Methods for Channel Path Classification and Model Determination Based on Blind Source Signals
by Li-Feng Cao, Cheng-Guo Liu, Run-Sheng Cheng, Guang-Pu Tang, Tong Xiao, Li-Feng Huang and Hong-Guang Wang
Atmosphere 2024, 15(3), 280; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/atmos15030280 - 26 Feb 2024
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In this paper, the urban signal propagation characteristics based on the location of blind sources are investigated. To address the issue of blind electromagnetic radiation sources in complex urban environments, intelligent methods for propagation channel path classification, and model determination are brought forth [...] Read more.
In this paper, the urban signal propagation characteristics based on the location of blind sources are investigated. To address the issue of blind electromagnetic radiation sources in complex urban environments, intelligent methods for propagation channel path classification, and model determination are brought forth based on field test data. The intelligent classification method distinguishes between the Line-of-Sight (LoS) path channel and a direct path, the LoS multipath channel with a direct path and other multiple paths, and the Non-Line-of-Sight (NLoS) multipath channel without a direct path from the source to the test point. The modeling aspect determines the model type to which the received signal belongs based on the statistical model derived from the tested data of a specific source. A validation measurement system was constructed for the FM broadcasting band, and validation campaigns were conducted in the city of Wuhan. The process and analysis of the data using this method demonstrate the accurate distinction of the different propagation path channels and models and involve the construction of a statistical model for the FM band in Wuhan’s urban area. Full article
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The Influence of PE Initial Field Construction Method on Radio Wave Propagation Loss and Tropospheric Duct Inversion
by Run-Sheng Cheng, Cheng-Guo Liu, Li-Feng Cao, Tong Xiao, Guang-Pu Tang, Li-Feng Huang and Hong-Guang Wang
Atmosphere 2024, 15(1), 46; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/atmos15010046 - 29 Dec 2023
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Parabolic equations (PE) are commonly employed for calculating the spatial propagation loss of wireless signals. The initial field is a crucial factor. To investigate the impact of construction accuracy on the calculation of radio wave propagation loss, we selected the half-wave dipole antenna [...] Read more.
Parabolic equations (PE) are commonly employed for calculating the spatial propagation loss of wireless signals. The initial field is a crucial factor. To investigate the impact of construction accuracy on the calculation of radio wave propagation loss, we selected the half-wave dipole antenna and its Gaussian approximation to examine the influence of wide-angle PE modeling. We analyzed the disparities between the actual antenna pattern and the Gaussian beam approximation, as well as the discrepancies in the corresponding initial field and the calculation of radio wave propagation loss in PE modeling. The simulation results indicate that the error of the Gaussian approximation increases as the angle of departure from the antenna main beam increases, with a relative error of approximately 30% in the initial field. A comparison between the experimental test of the broadcast signal and the simulation calculation reveals that the model based on the actual antenna aligns more closely with the measured value on a flat underlying surface. However, in mountainous areas with significant fluctuations, the simulation results are consistent with each other and higher than the measured value. The inversion results obtained through the particle swarm optimization algorithm demonstrate that the model based on the actual antenna exhibits superior inversion accuracy for the tropospheric atmospheric duct structure. Full article
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Oscillations of GW Activities in the MLT Region over Mid-Low-Latitude Area, Kunming Station (25.6° N, 103.8° E)
by Na Li, Jinsong Chen, Jianyuan Wang, Lei Zhao, Zonghua Ding and Guojin He
Atmosphere 2023, 14(12), 1810; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/atmos14121810 - 11 Dec 2023
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Gravity wave (GW) activities play a prominent role in the complex coupling process of wave–wave and wave–background circulation around mid-low-latitude and equatorial areas. The wavelengths are wide, from about 10 m to 100 km, with a period from minutes to hours. However, the [...] Read more.
Gravity wave (GW) activities play a prominent role in the complex coupling process of wave–wave and wave–background circulation around mid-low-latitude and equatorial areas. The wavelengths are wide, from about 10 m to 100 km, with a period from minutes to hours. However, the oscillations of GW activities are apparently different between the period bands of 0.1 to 1 h (HF) and 1 to 5 h (LF). To further understand the characteristics of GW activities, the neutral winds during 2008–2009 with a resolution of 3 min obtained from a medium-frequency (MF) radar in Kunming (25.6° N, 103.8° E) were analyzed. Using two numerical filters, the HF and LF GWs were estimated. Interestingly, the power spectral density grows larger as the frequency increases. It linearly falls with decreasing frequency when the period is less than 2 h. The seasonal variations in both HF and LF GWs are strongly demonstrated in August–September, November, and February–March with maximum meridional variances of 1100 m2 s−2 and 500 m2 s−2 and maximum zonal variances of 800 m2 s−2 and 350 m2 s−2 in, respectively. The turbulent velocity was also calculated and shows similar oscillations with GW activities. Furthermore, the GW propagation direction exhibits strong seasonal variations, which may be dependent on the location of the motivating source and background wind. Full article
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Variation of Electron Density in the D-Region Using Kunming MF Radar under Low Solar Activity
by Zhimei Tang, Na Li, Jianyuan Wang, Zonghua Ding, Liandong Dai, Lei Zhao and Jinsong Chen
Atmosphere 2023, 14(12), 1764; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/atmos14121764 - 29 Nov 2023
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So far, the least is known about the D-region ionosphere out of the entire ionosphere due to the lack of a conventional detecting method and continuous data accumulation. Medium frequency (MF) radar is an important conventional tool for understanding the D-region ionosphere by [...] Read more.
So far, the least is known about the D-region ionosphere out of the entire ionosphere due to the lack of a conventional detecting method and continuous data accumulation. Medium frequency (MF) radar is an important conventional tool for understanding the D-region ionosphere by measuring the electron density (Ne) within the height range of 60–90 km. To investigate the statistical variation of the D-region, especially at the mid-low latitude area, this study presents the statistical variations in the D-region Ne with the solar zenith angle (SZA), season, and altitude observed by Kunming MF radar (25.6° N, 103.8° E) under low solar activity (2008–2009). The diurnal variation of Ne behaves like typical diurnal changes, which are closely consistent with the SZA. The outstanding feature, the diurnal asymmetry phenomenon, significantly appears in different seasons and at different altitudes. The Ne has obvious semi-annual characteristics, and is larger in summer and fall and the smallest in winter. Compared to other seasons, the variation in the Ne with altitude is the most stable in summer. Due to the impacts of the highest SZA, the value of Ne in winter is the smallest, with a maximum value of less than 300 electrons/cm3, and the largest in summer and fall, with a maximum of 472 electrons/cm3. Particularly, the peaks of Ne above 76 km do not always appear at the time when the SZA is the smallest (at noon). Both the simulations by the International Reference Ionosphere (IRI2016) and observations using MF radar present a strong positive correlation with solar radiation. Meanwhile, it cannot be ignored that there were still large differences between the simulations and observations. To quantitatively analyze the differences between the observations and simulations, the observed value was subtracted from the simulated value. The results show that the maximum value between them was up to 350 electrons/cm3, and the minimum difference appeared at around 72 km, with a value less than 100 electrons/cm3. However, below 66 km, the observations were larger than the simulations, which were, on the contrary, above 76 km. Full article
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Design and Verification of Assessment Tool of Shortwave Communication Interference Impact Area
by Guojin He, Shengyun Ji, Rongjun Wu, Qiao Yu, Yanan Liu, Yafei Shi and Na Li
Atmosphere 2023, 14(12), 1728; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/atmos14121728 - 24 Nov 2023
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In the field of electronic communication warfare, accurately predicting the range and intensity of shortwave interference signals presents a significant challenge due to the complex interplay between the ionospheric parameters and the electromagnetic environment. To address this challenge, we designed a novel tool [...] Read more.
In the field of electronic communication warfare, accurately predicting the range and intensity of shortwave interference signals presents a significant challenge due to the complex interplay between the ionospheric parameters and the electromagnetic environment. To address this challenge, we designed a novel tool to assess the interference impact area of shortwave interference signals in a dynamically changing ionospheric environment. Considering sophisticated ionospheric radio wave propagation models and innovative spatial grid methods, this tool finishes the comprehensive spatial distribution of the interference impact area and delivers grid-based insights into the interference intensity. Furthermore, the test verification of the tool demonstrated a mean error of 8.42 dB between the measured and simulated results, underscoring the efficacy and reliability of this tool. This pioneering work is poised to make substantial contributions to the field of communication electronic warfare and holds significant promise for guiding the development of interference countermeasures. Full article
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A Reconstruction Method for Ionospheric foF2 Spatial Mapping over Australia
by Yiran Liu, Qiao Yu, Yafei Shi, Cheng Yang and Jian Wang
Atmosphere 2023, 14(9), 1399; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/atmos14091399 - 05 Sep 2023
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To improve the accuracy of predicting the ionospheric critical frequency of the F2 layer (foF2), a reconstruction method for the spatial map of the ionospheric foF2 based on modified geomagnetic dip coordinates is proposed. Based [...] Read more.
To improve the accuracy of predicting the ionospheric critical frequency of the F2 layer (foF2), a reconstruction method for the spatial map of the ionospheric foF2 based on modified geomagnetic dip coordinates is proposed. Based on the strong correlation between the ionospheric foF2 and geomagnetic coordinates, the variation function of ionospheric distance is built. In the end, the spatial map of the ionospheric foF2 is predicted by solving the Kriging equation. The results show that the regional characteristics of the ionospheric foF2 analyzed by the proposed method are consistent with the observations. Compared with the reconstructed value of foF2 using traditional geographic coordinates, the root-mean-square error (RMSE) in high solar activity years decreased by 0.43 MHz, and the relative RMSE decreased by 5.48%; The RMSE decreased by 0.35 MHz during low solar activity which is 5.99% lower to relative RMSE. The research results provide support for high-frequency communication frequency selection. Full article
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