New satellite will bounce ultraviolet light off air to measure winds

Wednesday, August 22, 2018 - 15:30 in Astronomy & Space

The European Space Agency says its satellite due for launch Wednesday will use laser technology to measure wind speeds and directions all over the globe, allowing scientists to improve worldwide weather forecasts.

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