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Doppler on Wheels (or DOW) is a fleet of X-band and C-band mobile and quickly-deployable truck-borne radars which are the core instrumentation of the Flexible Array of Radars and Mesonets [1] affiliated with the University of Illinois [2] and led by Joshua Wurman, with the funding partially provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF), as p...
16 Απρ 2024 · All storm chasers must determine where tornadoes are likely to form and which approach to the storm will give them the best view while keeping them out of the most dangerous parts of the storm. Recently, Casey has worked with Dr. Joshua Werman of the Center for Severe Weather Research (CSWR).
Racks of surface weather instruments mounted on the roofs of vehicles to take measurements near storms. The instruments measure temperature, humidity, pressure, wind speed and direction, vehicle orientation and precise vehicle location by means of GPS.
What do storm chasers drive? What are the best storm chasing vehicles? Four-wheel drive SUVs (Broncos, Explorers, Durangos) are the most popular among many chasers for their ability to handle wet, slippery conditions and dirt and gravel roads; although they do have fuel mileage and expense burdens. More frugal chasers, including students, may ...
So, whether you’re a seasoned storm chaser or a passionate beginner, let’s explore how to transform your ordinary car into the ultimate storm chasing beast. Laying the Foundation: Choosing the Right Vehicle: Opt for a sturdy and reliable 4×4 with high ground clearance.
Vehicles. The Dominator, built by Sean Schofer is the most recognized storm chase vehicle in the world. This armored tornado intercept vehicle is the newest and most advanced of the 3 Dominator vehicles. Its sleek design helps keep wind from getting underneath using an airbag system to drop it down flush to the ground.
Live Storm Chasers TIV-2 Tornado Intercept Vehicle & Storm of Passion Owner Ryan Shepard! LIVE in Tornado Alley as TeamTIV, TeamTIV2, TIVTeam.
