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Experience is mapping the mesosphere and the lower thersts and passes through Latin America in search of the movement of energy and the linear moment.
The HiWind (High Altitude Interferometter Wind Observation) experience has been released in New Zealand and is now finishing its journey through the Pacific Ocean.
It is transported in a cargo balloon that has a size similar to that of a soccer stadium. It is a scientific burden developed to study the dynamics of the upper atmosphere of the earth, in particular mesosphere ea lower thermosphere.
These atmospheric areas are located between 50 to 120 kilometers above the surfaceplay a key role in atmospheric circulation and global climate standards, according to.
On April 23, the balloon arrived in Latin America, and has passed over Chile and Argentina. Next stop? A “shallow” near South Africa, as shown in the image.
Hiwind uses optical and interferometric techniques advanced to measure the speed and wind temperature at high altitudes with high precision. Provides scientists detailed data on atmospheric waves and tides, and their goal is to explain how energy and the linear moment move through the atmosphere.
This information is essential for improving climate models, satellite operations and weather forecast.
And you can follow the trip of this curious balloon through your computer or mobile phone. To track the flight in real time, visit the Columbia Scientific Balloon Facility website available.
