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  • Radiosonde - Mk 2

Archive
Bib No.:
  • 631813
Level:
  • Item
Archive Reference:
  • MET/4/3/20
Creator:
  • Whiteley Electrical Radio Co Ltd
Date:
  • 1950 - 1970
Extent of unit:
  • Height 25 cm Width 30cm Depth 30 cm
Description:
  • Second radiosonde to be designed by the Met Office. A small radio transmitter, carried upwards by a balloon, by means of which measurements of wind, pressure, temperature and humidity may be obtained from the upper atmosphere. 3-cup windmill operated a switch to select each sensor in turn as only one signal could be transmitted at once. Powered by a water activated battery. Balloon and parachute holder clipped onto the main body. Met Ref 10092.
Media Type:
  • Artefact
Language:
  • N/A
Conditions Governing Access:
  • Open
Conditions Governing Reproduction:
Owning Organisation:
  • Met Office
Location:
  • Library
Collection:
  • Archive Collection
Status:
  • Reference Only
Location (Room/Bay):
  • Three Wall Unit, Library

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