Results for tag: "Meteorological Satellite"

Meteorological satellites are satellites used to monitor and study Earth's atmosphere, weather, and climate. They are used to collect data on temperature, humidity, pressure, wind speed, and other atmospheric variables. Meteorological satellites are typically placed in low Earth orbit, and are equipped with specialized sensors to measure various atmospheric parameters. The data collected by these satellites is used to create weather forecasts, climate models, and other applications. Meteorological satellites are an important part of the satellite communications industry, as they provide a reliable source of data for weather forecasting and climate research. Meteorological satellites are used by governments, research institutions, and private companies to monitor and study the Earth's atmosphere. Some of the major companies in the meteorological satellite market include Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Airbus, Thales Alenia Space, and Space Systems Loral. Show Less Read more