Abstract
A critical survey of the literature on the use of light‐scattering mechanisms in the remote monitoring of atmospheric aerosols, their geographical and spatial distribution, and temporal variations was undertaken to aid in the choice of future operational systems, both ground based and air or space borne. An evaluation, mainly qualitative and subjective, of various techniques and systems is carried out. No single system is found to be adequate for operational purposes. A combination of earth surface and space‐borne systems based mainly on passive techniques involving solar radiation with active (lidar) systems to provide auxiliary or backup information is tentatively recommended. Mostly on the basis of the material surveyed, some observations on the quality and quantity of the published literature, journal editorial policies, the proliferation and frequency of professional society meetings and workshops on special topics, the support and administration of scientific work, and the plight of the individual scientist are also included.
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