Drones 4 Meteo: Mastering the Weather Challenge in New Space Economy

Description

This lecture by the instructor focuses on the use of drones, specifically Meteodrones, to improve weather forecasting. It covers the current data situation, the impact of Meteodrones on cloud analysis, planned Meteobase setup, operational Meteodrone flights, and comparisons with radiosonde data. The lecture highlights the advantages of Meteodrones in providing accurate and localized weather data, showcasing their potential to revolutionize meteorological observations.

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