Scientists deploy lasers, GPS technology to improve snow measurements
Monday, February 13, 2012 - 14:01
in Earth & Climate
- Equipped with specialized lasers and GPS technology, scientists at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) are working with colleagues to solve a critical wintertime weather mystery: how to accurately measure the amount of snow on the ground.
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