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Radiometrics - Model SkyCast -Wind and Thermodynamic Profiling System for Airports
The SkyCast system integrates data from the RWP, MPR, Sodar, and surface sensor provides the ability to constantly monitor low-level wind field characteristics along with any associated wind shear, low-level jets, headwinds, tailwinds, and crosswinds. These parameters are critical to pilot weather situational awareness and gauging aircraft performance. Wind retrievals are processed through wind shear algorithms that derive shear magnitude and depth characteristics. Decision makers (like air traffic control and pilots) use these alerts to make informed decisions about takeoff and landing operations when wind shear conditions exist.
- SkyCast automatically detects and alerts for hazardous aviation conditions including: Wind Shear, Inversions, Low-Level Jets, Icing, and Fog.
- SkyCast instrumentation includes a Radar Wind Profiler, Microwave Profiling Radiometer, SoDAR, and Automated (surface) Weather Station to produce vertical profiles of wind speed and direction, and thermodynamics Algorithms integrate and process instrumentation data and provide automated alerts through forecaster displays.
- Automated alerts can be sent to ATC display if determined appropriate by forecaster.
All data and products are updated in real-time every 5 minutes.
- Improve airport safety in the air and on the ground.
- Reduce the impact and duration of weather delays.
- Lower operational costs.
- Improve customer satisfaction and comfort.
e and prediction with profiling radiometers from the industry leader. Single-band MP-2500A and MP-1500A radiometers use the same platform as the MP-3000A.
MP-3000A Temperature, Humidity and Liquid Profiler
- 21 K-band (22 to 30 GHz) channels
- 14 V-band (51 to 59 GHz) channels
MP-2500A Temperature Profiler
- 14 V-band (51 to 59 GHz) channels
- Upgradeable to MP-3000A
MP-1500A Water Vapor Profiler
- 21 K-band (22 to 30 GHz) channels
- Upgradeable to MP-3000A
Standard Features
- Frequency Agility for Optimum Performance (patented)
- All-Weather Rain Effect Mitigation (patented)
- Elevation Scan for Optimum Boundary Layer Accuracy
- Modular Field Replaceable Components
Accessories
- Portable Non-Corroding Tripod with Telescoping Legs
- Internal Infrared Sensor for Accurate Performance in Harsh Environments
- VizMet-B Mature Graphic User Interface simplifies system operation and maintenance
- RAOB software displays profiles and forecast indices in formats familiar to meteorologists
- Azimuthal positioner
- Extended cable lengths
- 15 liter cryogenic calibration target
- 25 liter nitrogen dewar
Enhance measurements of precipitation, winds, and wind shear detection.
- C-Band Dual Polarization Doppler Weather Radar
- 5.5 – 5.7 GHz
- 250 – 400kW (mag/kly)
- X-Band Dual Polarization Doppler Weather Radar (fixed and mobile)
- 9.3 – 9.5 GHz
- 100W (solid state Tx); 200 – 400 kW (mag/kly)
- S-Band Dual Polarization Doppler Weather Radar
- 2.7 – 3.0 GHz
- 250 – 400 kW (mag/kly)