Surface Observation

Surface weather observations, including hurricane and other tropical phenomena using manual and automated equipment. 3D Research personnel also provide observing services from remote locations using portable observation equipment for input to local and numerical products.

3D Research Can Provide:

  • Dual-Qualified Observers and Forecasters

    •        - Manual and Automated Methods
           - Federal and International Standards
           - METAR and Synoptic Observations conducted 24/7
           - WWorldwide Dissemination
  • Tropical Weather Experience
  • Satellite Analysis and Interpretation

    •        - Lightning
           - High Winds
           - Tornados/Waterspouts
           - Winter Weather
           - Monsoon Rains
  • Surface Observation Systems

    •        - Manual Determination of Elements
           - Automated Surface Observation Systems and Augmentation
           - Specialty Observation Systems
                    - Mesonet System
                    - Lightning Detection System
                    - Disdrometer
                    - Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission Rainfall Gauges
  • Quality Control

    •        - Two phase quality control of all products prior to dissemination and archival
  • Remote Location Observation
  • Military Operations Support