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Meteorological Instrumentation and Observation

Messmethoden in der Meteorologie

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Hans Richner
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:09:51

Abstract

Physical, technical, and theoretical basics for measuring physical quantities in the atmosphere. Considerations related to the planning of observation campaigns and to data evaluation.

Objective

Become sensitive for specific problems when making measurements in the atmosphere under severe environmental conditions. Know the different methods and techniques for observing a specific atmospheric parameter. Find the optimal observation strategy in terms of choice of instrument, frequency of observation, accuracy, etc.

Content

Problems related to time series analysis, sampling theorem, time constant and sampling rate. Theoretical analysis of different sensors for temperature, humidity, wind, and pressure. Discussion of effects disturbing the instruments. Principles of active and passive remote sensing. Measuring turbulent fluxes (e.g. heatflux) using eddy-correlation technique. Discussion of technical realizations of complex observing systems (radiosondes, automatic weather stations, radar, wind profilers). Demonstration of instruments.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Students can download a copy of the lectures as PDF-files.

Literature

- Fritschen, L.J., Gay L.W.: Environmental Instrumentation, 216 p., Springer, New York 1979. - Lenschow, D.H. (ed.): Probing the Atmospheric Boundary Layer, 269 p., American Meteorological Society, Boston MA 1986. - Meteorological Office (publ.): Handbook of Meteorological Instruments, 8 vols., Her Majesty's Stationery Office, London 1980. - Wang, J.Y., Felton, C.M.M.: Instruments for Physical Environmental measurements, 2 vol., 801 p., Kendall/Hunt Publ. Comp., Dubuque Iowa 1975/76.

General Information

Language
German
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Messmethoden in der Meteorologie
alternierend mit 701-0234-00
  • Thu 13:15-15:00 (CHN D 48)
1 h weekly

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