Directional Ion Anemometer.
Abstract
An improved direction-sensitive steady-state ion current type of anemometer has been devised to meet the need for a field instrument capable of measuring the direction angle, elevation angle, and speed of wind down to 5 centimeters per second (approximately 0.11 miles per hour). An analysis of the operating principles of this ion anemometer has been conducted to ascertain the feasibility of the proposed instrument and to help achieve an optimum design in the shortest possible time. The results of this analysis and the important design factors, which determine its sensitivity, linearity, stability, and angular response characteristic, are described. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1970
- Accession Number
- AD0720573
Entities
People
- Andrew Petriw
Organizations
- United States Army Communications-Electronics Command