ESA Earth Observation Mission: Aeolus measures the wind
Bern, 20.08.2018 - On 21 August 2018, the European Space Agency (ESA) will launch the scientific Earth observation mission Aeolus. The aim of the mission is the global mapping of wind profiles in the atmosphere. These observations, together with information about aerosols and clouds, contribute to an improved understanding of the dynamic processes in the atmosphere and are of great importance for weather forecasting.
The only instrument on the satellite is a high-precision laser system with which wind speeds can be measured at different heights. Swiss companies have made significant contributions to the mission as part of ESA's development programme.
Address for enquiries
Jürg Schopfer, Scientific Advisor, Earth Observation and Security Programmes
State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation SERI, Space Office
Einsteinstrasse 2, CH-3003 Bern
T +41 58 464 10 72
juerg.schopfer@sbfi.admin.ch
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