NOAA Launches First U.S. Satellite to Collect Pre-Launch Acoustic Data
NOAA is thrilled to announce the pre-launch of GOES-U, a satellite that will revolutionize weather monitoring in the United States. This new satellite will use a suite of advanced acoustic sensors to detect lightning and other atmospheric phenomena, providing a more detailed picture of weather in real-time than ever before. Combined with the other GOES satellites, GOES-U will help to improve weather forecasts and provide more accurate storm and hurricane tracking. The launch of GOES-U marks an exciting milestone in NOAA’s mission to protect life and property.
source: Phys.org