Lightning Imaging Sensor
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-006954
A space-based optical sensor designed to detect and locate lightning flashes over large regions of the Earth's surface. It operates by observing transient changes in cloud-top radiance caused by lightning. The sensor provides data on the distribution and frequency of lightning, which is used for weather forecasting and climate studies.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-006954 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Abbreviation | LIS |
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