Lidar measurements of multiple scattering in dispersing plumes

Backscatter lidar systems are widely applied for remote measurements relating to atmospheric physics and environmental protection. One application is the observation of the dispersion of aerosol plumes close to the surface. Plumes from smoke stacks, industrial complexes and power stations are included in the problem. To evaluate various dispersion theories, many artificial plumes were observed with backscatter lidars installed in a van.