Wave attenuation prediction through a volume of random located lossy-dielectric branches — 3-D vector transport theory

The exact 3-D vector radiative transport theory has been used to compute the attenuation produced by a canopy of a tree containing only random located lossy-dielectric branches. The branches are modelled as lossy-dielectric cylinders with prescribe orientation statistics. The exact 3-D vector radiative transport calculations are performed using the discrete ordinate and eigenvalue method applied to a slab that represents the tree canopy. Results will show how the branches affect the ratio of incoherent to coherent intensity as the wave propagates through the canopy.