Radiosonde (Upper Air Synopsis)

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In summary, radiosondes are instruments used to collect data on weather conditions in the upper atmosphere. They work by being carried up by a balloon and transmitting data back to a ground station. The purpose of using radiosondes is to gather important data for weather forecasting, and they are typically released twice a day. However, they have limitations such as potential damage or deviation from the desired path, and only providing data along a vertical path.
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Does anyone on this forum have any working knowledge of the Sounding Processing Subsystem SPS331A manufactured by Vaisala?

It is used for Upper Air Synopsis.

If so could you please provide me with the documentation for the sounding system or any other useful documents?

Thanks
 
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Thanks for your reply Bobbywhy...
 

FAQ: Radiosonde (Upper Air Synopsis)

What is a radiosonde?

A radiosonde is a type of instrument used to collect data about weather conditions in the upper atmosphere. It typically consists of a small weather sensor attached to a balloon that is released into the atmosphere. The data collected by the radiosonde is then transmitted back to a ground station for analysis.

How does a radiosonde work?

A radiosonde is carried into the atmosphere by a balloon filled with helium or hydrogen gas. As it ascends, the radiosonde collects data on temperature, humidity, pressure, and wind speed and direction. The data is transmitted back to a ground station via radio waves, and can be used to create a vertical profile of weather conditions in the upper atmosphere.

What is the purpose of using radiosondes?

Radiosondes are used to gather important data on weather conditions in the upper atmosphere, which cannot be easily measured by other instruments on the ground. This data is essential for weather forecasting, as it provides a more complete picture of the atmosphere and helps to improve the accuracy of weather predictions.

How often are radiosondes released?

Radiosondes are typically released twice a day at weather stations around the world, usually at 00:00 and 12:00 UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). However, in regions with more extreme weather conditions, radiosondes may be released more frequently to gather more data.

What are the potential limitations of using radiosondes?

One potential limitation of radiosondes is their reliance on weather balloons, which can be affected by wind and other atmospheric conditions. This can lead to the radiosonde drifting off course or getting damaged during the ascent. Additionally, radiosondes only provide data along the vertical path of the balloon, so they may not capture a complete picture of weather conditions in a specific area.

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