GPS Dropwindsonde

A GPS dropwindsonde is a small device used by meteorologists to measure atmospheric conditions, especially during storms and hurricanes. It is dropped from aircraft into the environment; as it descends, it uses GPS technology to determine its exact position, while sensors record data like temperature, humidity, pressure, and wind speed at different altitudes. This information helps scientists understand storm behavior and improve weather forecasts. The GPS ensures precise location tracking, making the data highly accurate and valuable for monitoring and studying atmospheric phenomena in real-time.