Morlet wavelet analysis of planetary atmospheres.

This study investigated the use of Morlet wavelet analysis in the detection of gravity wave structure in the atmosphere of terrestrial bodies, primarily Mars, Venus, and Titan. Atmospheric profiles from data collected by planetary probes and satellites were processed to generate 2D images of wave structure in each analyzed atmosphere. The analysis shows a correlation between vertical wave structure at altitudes and wavelengths to those previously found using other methods such as comparing temperature gradient profiles to the dry adiabatic lapse rate. This suggests the use of Morlet wavelet analysis as a viable alternative to previously used methods for detection of small-scale variability.