Mobile radio network measures rainfall
Monday, May 2, 2016 - 09:00
in Astronomy & Space
Raindrops attenuate propagation of electromagnetic waves. This physical phenomenon is now made use of by meteorologists; using a specially developed software, they derive information on rainfalls from radiation fluctuations along radio links of mobile radio networks. This technique complements conventional measurements and might be applied for water management in countries with a few weather stations only.