Ka-band radars operate within the 27-40 GHz frequency range and are highly sensitive to small cloud particles because of their shorter wavelengths. Due to this sensitivity, they are well-suited for observing light precipitation, early cloud formation, non-precipitating clouds, and fog. Ka-band radars can provide high-resolution vertical profile measurements and can be used in both ground-based and airborne operations.
Instrument Details
- Radar
- Earth Science > Spectral/engineering > Radar > Doppler VelocityEarth Science > Spectral/engineering > Radar > Radar ReflectivityEarth Science > Spectral/engineering > RadarEarth Science > Spectral/engineering > Radar > Spectrum Width
- Full Column Profile
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- 27-40 GHz
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