gun-launched meteorological probe and its application to a global meteorological sounding network

Abstract

This paper covers the general requirements and restraints of a global meteorological sounding network, and presents the gun-launched meteorological probe as a system adaptable to such requirements, with demonstrable operational experience already established. The paper deals with the network requirements in three categories; required surface areas (land or water), payload carriers, and associated data collection and handling facilities. It then discusses the role of the gun-launched probe within the outline of these requirements. Certain sensors are also briefly discussed. The role of the gun-launched probe as a concept applicable to global expansion is presented as one of the most promising of available systems.