Attention:
Please note that operations of the Airborne Vertical Atmosphere Profiling System requires experienced staff on board the aircraft.
Summary
The Vaisala AVAPS Dropsonde Receiving System and Vaisala Dropsonde RD41 represent the latest in dropsounding technology, utilizing an onboard dropsonde microprocessor and synthesized digital transmission. The combination offers atmospheric researchers a complete vertical solution for accurate in-situ measurement of temperature and humidity of the atmosphere.
| Manufacturer | Vaisala |
|---|---|
| Model | AVAPS II |
| Serial No. | P3210207 |
| Type | profiler |
| REGISTRY-Link | ↪ REGISTRY (6827) |
Contacts
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Specifications
Specifications of AVAPS Telemetry Chassis (without mounting)
Position
| Info | Electronics and data aquisition of the AVAPS systen are installed in racks. The dropsondes are deployed via openings in the underfloor using the dropsonde launcher. The 400 MHz receiving antenna is fastened to the fuselage. |
| X | 0.0 none (no description given) |
| Y | 0.0 none (no description given) |
| Z | 0.0 none (no description given) |
Data logging, storage and archiving
Logged parameter
| Parameter | O2ARegistry Output Type | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| pressure | barometric pressure | hPa |
| temperature | temperature | °C |
| relative humidity | relative humidity | % |
| horizontal wind | wind speed | m/s |