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| − | The [[Portable Weather Station]] consists of a large sensor device which collects and displays current meteorological conditions such as barometric pressure, temperature, humidity, electron flux density, wind speed, etc., and collects them into a convenient, easy-to-read form | + | The [[Portable Weather Station]] consists of a large sensor device which collects and displays current meteorological conditions such as barometric pressure, temperature, humidity, electron flux density, wind speed, etc., and collects them into a convenient, easy-to-read form. |
| − | + | A dish antenna is integral to the station and can be used to relay data to a ship's computer for further analysis if required. In this way, a fairly detailed meteorological picture of the immediate area can be found. | |
| − | The PWS is powered by a solar array or by rechargeable internal batteries. Internal batteries have a life of about | + | The PWS is powered by a solar array or by rechargeable internal batteries. Internal batteries have a life of about 2,000 hours before recharging is necessary. |
| − | The PWS is designed so that it can be | + | The PWS is designed so that it can be carried on the back or by two integrally molded handles. A typical unit is about 1m wide by 1m long by 25 cm deep and weighs about 20kg. It costs about Cr15,000, a spare dish antenna costs Cr300 each. |
| + | The PWS is designed for use in all conditions of extreme heat and cold (operating range -75°C to +50°C). But in [[Atmosphere|insidous atmospheres]], the unit will fail within twelve hours. The [[device]] is supplied with extensive circuit protection for operations in radioactive and other ionizing conditions. | ||
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| − | | | + | | {{Ludography cite|name= Challenge 40|page=23|article=Portable weather station}} |
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Latest revision as of 20:50, 26 June 2020
| Portable Weather Station | |
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| Type | Sensory Aid |
| Tech Level | TL–9 |
| Cost | Cr15,000 |
| Size | 250 liters |
| Weight | 20 kg |
The Portable Weather Station consists of a large sensor device which collects and displays current meteorological conditions such as barometric pressure, temperature, humidity, electron flux density, wind speed, etc., and collects them into a convenient, easy-to-read form.
A dish antenna is integral to the station and can be used to relay data to a ship's computer for further analysis if required. In this way, a fairly detailed meteorological picture of the immediate area can be found.
The PWS is powered by a solar array or by rechargeable internal batteries. Internal batteries have a life of about 2,000 hours before recharging is necessary.
The PWS is designed so that it can be carried on the back or by two integrally molded handles. A typical unit is about 1m wide by 1m long by 25 cm deep and weighs about 20kg. It costs about Cr15,000, a spare dish antenna costs Cr300 each.
The PWS is designed for use in all conditions of extreme heat and cold (operating range -75°C to +50°C). But in insidous atmospheres, the unit will fail within twelve hours. The device is supplied with extensive circuit protection for operations in radioactive and other ionizing conditions.
- Loren Wiseman. "Portable weather station." Challenge 40 (1980): 23.