Summary of First-of-its-kind Geostationary Lightning Mapper completed for GOES-R satellite
The Geostationary Lightning Mapper (GLM) is a sophisticated instrument designed for NOAA's GOES-R satellite. It represents the first lightning mapping device in geostationary orbit, enabling early predictions of intensifying storms and severe weather events. The instrument has finished development and testing, preparing it for integration with the spacecraft.
Parts used in the GOES-R Satellite Project:
- Geostationary Lightning Mapper (GLM) instrument
- GOES-R spacecraft
The Geostationary Lightning Mapper (GLM) instrument for NOAA’s Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite – R (GOES-R) completed development and testing and is now ready for integration with the spacecraft. The GOES-R satellite will be the first flight of this sophisticated lightning mapping instrument in geostationary orbit and will enable early predictions of intensifying storms and severe weather events.
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First-of-its-kind Geostationary Lightning Mapper completed for GOES-R satellite
- What is the primary function of the GLM instrument?
The GLM enables early predictions of intensifying storms and severe weather events. - Is this the first time a lightning mapper is in geostationary orbit?
Yes, the GOES-R satellite will be the first flight of this sophisticated lightning mapping instrument in geostationary orbit. - Which organization owns the GOES-R satellite?
The satellite belongs to NOAA as part of the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite system. - Has the GLM instrument completed its development phase?
Yes, the GLM instrument completed development and testing and is now ready for integration. - What happens after the GLM completes testing?
The instrument becomes ready for integration with the spacecraft. - Can the GLM predict severe weather events?
Yes, the instrument will enable early predictions of severe weather events. - Where will the GLM operate once launched?
The GLM will operate in geostationary orbit aboard the GOES-R satellite.
