MST Radar
21 Sep 2009
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The MST radar belongs to a class of atmospheric radars that are able measure profiles of the three-dimensional wind vector on a continuous basis. They also provide information about turbulence, atmospheric structure, and precipitation.

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MST Radar at Aberystwyth, UK

​​​​​​MST Radar array

 
​​RAL Space Involvement

RAL Space designed and (in collaboration with Aberystwyth University) built the MST Radar in 1988/1989 and has managed it ever since. 

Subject

Atmospheric

Main Objectives

Studying atmospheric winds, waves and turbulence and taking continuous measurements of each.

Start Date

1988/1989

Partners

Aberystwyth University, NERC, NCAS​

Further Project Information

Atmospheric Measurement and ​Observation Facility - M​S​T Radar​

For more information please contact: RAL Space Enquiries

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