The next generation of weather satellites: Arctic Weather Satellite launches

Artist's impression of the Arctic Weather Satellite

As the name suggests, the Arctic Weather Satellite (AWS) is designed to improve weather forecasting in the Arctic - a region currently lacking data for accurate short-term forecasts. AWS is equipped with a 19-channel, cross-track microwave radiometer that provides high-resolution humidity and temperature measurements of the atmosphere in all weather conditions.

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