WSR-98D S Band Fully Coherent Doppler Weather Radar
A Fully coherent Doppler weather radar technology system with strict specifications to achieve superior coherency
Excellent detection and analysis of weak signals (-8dBz, 50Km) and superior clutter suppression ability (-57dB)
High frequency stability: detect large rainstorms, typhoons and strong convective precipitation and can also detect the weak dispersion signals from low level wind shear and dry downbursts in clear air-mode
Designed according to the USA Radar Spectrum Engineering Electromagnetic Compatibility (RSEC) criteria, the transmitter and receiver are specified with strict pulse spectrum control
Uses a unique combination of antenna VCP designs and transmission waveforms, which match the current type of weather to cover the observation volume effectively and overcome the range/ velocity ambiguity problems
Ensures high data accuracy and reliability through the use of accurate on-line calibration, built-in test and monitoring functions, and data quality control algorithms
The high reliability allows remote control and 24 hour unattended operation with accurate and reliable data
The entire system operation and status monitoring are computer software controlled automatically and safely
Automatically monitors and controls operational status and includes automatic fault isolation/location
Provides many derived products for severe weather. All product generation and display software is rehosted from the proven WSR-88D software
