The invention provides an apparatus for measuring cosmic ray flux integrated into a radiosonde telemetry system. It consists of a sensor that detects cosmic rays, producing a reverse current proportional to the energy or charge of the rays. This current is processed through a series of components (charge amplifier, level shifter, non-inverting amplifier, Schmitt trigger) to produce digital pulses, which are logged and transmitted by a microcontroller to a base station for analysis.
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By enabling the measurement of cosmic ray flux in the upper atmosphere, this invention contributes to a better understanding of atmospheric processes, which can improve weather forecasting and climate models. Additionally, it supports scientific research in fields like space weather and high-altitude physics, potentially leading to advancements in technology and our understanding of the Earth's atmosphere.
- Lightweight and cost-effective design suitable for integration into standard radiosondes.
- Can measure cosmic ray flux without exceeding the weight limits imposed on radiosonde units.
- Provides real-time data transmission to a base station for analysis.
- Can be retrofitted into existing radiosonde units or adapted for other applications.
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The sensor was tested with the help of balloon launches done on a regular basis by Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Pune (IITM-Pune). This product could be commercialized and used by various agencies to integrate it with their weather balloon and collect meteorological data.
Atmospheric research and monitoring, Weather forecasting and meteorological studies, Space weather studies, High-altitude scientific experiments.
- Atmospheric research and monitoring.
- Weather forecasting and meteorological studies.
- Space weather studies.
- High-altitude scientific experiments.