What is KRC
From krc
Description
KRC is a numerical thermal model (What’s that?) used to determine the surface temperature of bodies in the Solar System. Every parameter KRC uses in calculations performed to create the environment within the model can be input by a user (besides fundamental equation relationships).
KRC:
K stands for κ (kappa), the variable for conductivity
R stands for ρ (rho), the variable for density
C stands for c, the variable for specific heat
These three variables are used in the equation for thermal inertia
I=√(κ∗ρ∗c)
For a deeper understanding of thermodynamics and how it is used in remote sensing and physics, please visit the Thermodynamics Wikipedia page
For thorough understanding of KRC:
Suggested Reading:
- H.H. Kieffer 2013 JGR
- Power Point from 2013 KRC Conference
Suggested Video:
- Videos from 2013 KRC Conference
