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The system is run by the Weather Station (DWD). Scientific co-use is possible according to prior agreement with AWI Logistics / Principal Investigator.

Summary

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The VCS satellite system is used to receive images from NOAA, FENGYUN and METOP satellites. The system is redundant with a backup VCS installed. The satellite images are used for wheater forecast especially for nautical purpose, helicopter flight planning and scientific work planning.

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ManufacturerSCISYS Deutschland GmbH
Model2met DSRII satellite receiver
Serial No.n/a
Typesatellite tracking system
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Contacts

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Name Institution Role
Ralf KrockerAlfred-Wegener-Institute for Polar and Marine ResearchEngineer In Charge
Ralf KrockerAlfred-Wegener-Institute for Polar and Marine ResearchData Provider


Components

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The system consists of the VCS antennas, the VCS electronic unit and VCS computers with a backup VCS installed.

Subdevices

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Name Model Type
DSR II receiver (2met) satellite tracking system
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Documentation

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