A Comparative Structural Analysis of Four Radiosonde Models

Abstract In this study, we first performed a comprehensive structural analysis of four models radiosondes (devices intended for use as the meteorological probe sounding balloon) manufactured by three different companies – Graw, Vaisala and Meteomodem. The were disassembled visual inspection manual measurement, three-dimensional computed tomography images taken their inner structure, outer shapes scanned with structured-light scanner. properties thus identified then compared to one other, based on which Meteomodem M10 was ranked least harmful in potential collision. Next, radiosonde used collision tests heavy target pumpkin model, order evaluate possible damage caused types collisions.