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Journal Article 
Lidar: A powerful tool for atmospheric measurements 
Fiorani, L 
1999 
Yes 
Journal of Optoelectronics and Advanced Materials
ISSN: 1454-4164 
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WOS:000084270000001 
Remote sensing systems are widely used to perform atmospheric studies. In particular, the optical radar or lidar has spread after the laser discovery. In this paper the lidar technique is introduced: three relevant applications are described (measurements of aerosols load, wind speed and pollutants concentration) and two typical experimental layouts are outlined. Finally, the advantages of the lidar with respect to usual techniques are discussed. 
remote sensing; lidar; atmosphere; aerosols; wind; pollutants