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Main Title Addendum to the user's guide for MPTER /
Author Chico, Thomas. ; Catalano, J.
Other Authors
Author Title of a Work
Catalano, Joseph A.
CORP Author Aerocomp, Inc., Costa Mesa, CA.;Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC. Atmospheric Sciences Research Lab.
Publisher U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Research and Development, Atmospheric Sciences Research Laboratory,
Year Published 1986
Report Number EPA/600/8-86/021; EPA-68-02-4106
Stock Number PB86-217163
OCLC Number 727063664
Subjects Air quality--Simulation methods--Handbooks, manuals, etc ; Sedimentation and deposition ; Air quality--United States
Additional Subjects Air pollution ; Mathematical models ; Atmospheric diffusion ; Guidelines ; Algorithms ; Concentration(Composition) ; Terrain ; Computer programs ; Fortran ; Air quality ; Gaussian plume models ; MPTER computer program
Internet Access
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https://nepis.epa.gov/Exe/ZyPDF.cgi?Dockey=9100RO02.PDF
Holdings
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ELBD RPS EPA 600-8-86-021 repository copy AWBERC Library/Cincinnati,OH 05/04/2020
ESAD  EPA 600-8-86-021 Region 10 Library/Seattle,WA 06/01/2011
NTIS  PB86-217163 Some EPA libraries have a fiche copy filed under the call number shown. 07/26/2022
Collation vi, 196 pages ; 28 cm
Abstract
The addendum applies to the 'User's Guide for MPTER -- A Multiple Point Gaussain Dispersion Algorithm with Optional Terrain Adjustment' of Pierce and Turner, 1980. While the cited document describes the features of the MPTER model, its technical basis, and applications, this addendum deals exclusively with algorithm modifications to accommodate new knowledge and technique as well as address recommendations of the 'Guideline on Air Quality Models.' The Guideline lists MPTER as a preferred model for calculating concentrations due to point sources at averaging times from one hour to one year in rural or urban area where the terrain is flat or gently rolling and pollutant transport distances are less than 50 kilometers. The original version of the model offered options for stack-tip downwash, gradual plume rise, and buoyancy-induced dispersion. Added to this release (UNAMAP Version 6) are options that allow selection of either rural or urban dispersion parameters and wind-profile exponents. To address model over-prediction when wind speeds are low, an algorithm for the treatment of calms has been added. Also new in this release is a default option to set parameters for regulatory applications as suggested by the Guideline. These are: final plume rise, rather than gradual rise, is used and buoyancy-induced dispersion and momentum plume rise are considered, as are calm conditions.
Notes
Includes bibliographical references (pages 144-145, 154). "NTIS PB86-217163/AS." "EPA/600/8-86/021." Cover title. "Contract No. 68-02-4106." "D. Bruce Turner, Project Officer." "Russell F. Lee, Technical Advisor." "Jerome B. Mersch, Revised Code Author."