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STARNET
Sferics Timing and Ranging Network

The Sferics Timing and Ranging Network (STARNET) is a long-range lightning detection network. It uses Very Low Frequency (VLF) receivers to measure sferics emitted by the lightning strikes. It operates at 7-15 kHZ and measures 100 sferics per second. The STARNET network has sensors across South America and the Atlantic Ocean.

NASA's DC-8 flying laboratory passes Antarctica's tallest peak, Mount Vinson, on Oct. 22, 2012, during a flight over the continent to measure changes in the massive ice sheet and sea ice. Credit: NASA/Michael Studinger (Photography courtesy NASA Images)

Instrument Details

Magnetic/Electric
Earth Science > Atmosphere > Atmospheric Electricity > Lightning
Full Column Profile
100 sferics per second
2-20 km
7-15 kHz
Currently unavailble