Geostationary Lightning Mapper

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-005936",
  "term": "Geostationary Lightning Mapper",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A satellite instrument that detects and maps total lightning (in-cloud, cloud-to-cloud, and cloud-to-ground) continuously over a large geographic area from geostationary orbit. It provides real-time data on lightning activity, which is vital for severe weather forecasting and aviation safety. This instrument is a key component of modern geostationary operational environmental satellites, such as the GOES-R series.",
  "abbreviation": "GLM",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/geostationary-lightning-mapper/"
}