Scanning

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008679",
  "term": "Scanning",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The process of systematically moving a sensor or detector across a target area to collect data over a spatial extent. In atmospheric remote sensing, this technique allows instruments to build up a two-dimensional image or a series of measurements across a wide swath. Weather radars perform scanning to map precipitation, while satellite radiometers scan to observe cloud patterns and atmospheric temperatures.",
  "see_also": [
    "volume scan"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/scanning/"
}