Posted on February 24, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Unlocking the Night Sky: Exploring EUMETSAT’s Archive of Microphysics Images
Outdoor GearUnderstanding EUMETSAT and Night Microphysics Images EUMETSAT (European Organization for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites) is an intergovernmental organization focused on the operational satellite-based monitoring of weather, climate and the environment. Its fleet of satellites provides critical data to meteorological services, research institutions and other users around the world. One of the valuable data products
Posted on February 17, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Advancing Earth Observation: Enhancing Time Standards with IERS Bulletin A
Outdoor GearIntroduction to IERS Bulletin A The International Earth Rotation and Reference Systems Service (IERS) plays a critical role in providing accurate and reliable timekeeping standards. One of the key products of the IERS is Bulletin A, which serves as the reference for Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) and is widely used in various fields, including Earth
Posted on February 17, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Unveiling the Enigmatic Gizmos: Unraveling Instrumentation at Mauna Loa Observatory
Outdoor GearGetting Started The Mauna Loa Observatory, located on the Big Island of Hawaii, is renowned for its critical role in monitoring atmospheric conditions. Located at an elevation of 11,200 feet (3,400 meters) on the slopes of Mauna Loa, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, the observatory has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of
Posted on February 17, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Shedding Light on the Rotating Shadowband Radiometer: Unveiling Earth’s Solar Radiation Patterns
Outdoor GearGetting Started The Rotating Shadowband Radiometer (RSR) is a sophisticated instrument used in Earth science and meteorological research to measure solar radiation. It plays a critical role in understanding the Earth’s energy budget, climate patterns, and the impact of solar radiation on various atmospheric processes. The RSR is designed to provide accurate and reliable measurements
Posted on February 16, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Unveiling the Archive: Accessing Old Himawari Satellite Images and Investigating the Persistence of the 18-Dec-2018 Bering Sea Fireball
Outdoor Gear1. Availability of old Himawari weather satellite images The Himawari series of weather satellites, operated by the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), has provided invaluable data and images for meteorological observation and weather forecasting. These satellites capture high-resolution images of the Earth’s surface, including cloud cover, atmospheric conditions, and other meteorological phenomena. While the availability of
Posted on February 14, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Future Prospects: Earth’s Temperature After the Sun’s Main Sequence
Outdoor GearThe Main Sequence and the Sun’s Life Cycle The Sun, like other stars, is currently in its main sequence phase, which is the longest and most stable phase of its life cycle. During this phase, the Sun fuses hydrogen atoms in its core to form helium through the process of nuclear fusion. This fusion process