Weather Radomes
Dual-Pol, Doppler and Meteorological Systems
Doppler Weather Radar Protection
AFC manufactures radomes for NOAA NWS Doppler weather radar systems, including the WSR-88D (NEXRAD) network. These radomes must maintain precise RF performance while withstanding the extreme weather conditions they are designed to monitor, including high winds, heavy precipitation, and ice loading.
Dual-Polarimetric Performance
Modern weather radar systems increasingly rely on dual-polarimetric technology to improve precipitation estimates and storm classification. AFC's Stealth radome technology provides polarization-independent performance, ensuring that both horizontal and vertical polarization signals pass through the radome with equal efficiency and minimal differential phase error.
Meteorological Satellite Ground Stations
Beyond Doppler radar, AFC provides radomes for meteorological satellite ground stations that receive data from GOES, NOAA, and other weather satellites. These installations require broadband performance across multiple frequency bands while maintaining structural integrity in all weather conditions.
Environmental Durability
Weather radar installations are uniquely challenged by the requirement to operate reliably in the very conditions they monitor. AFC's weather radomes are engineered to withstand extreme temperature variations. AFC's hydrophobic coating and thermal insulation options ensure reliable operation in all conditions, while impedance matching minimizes transmission loss.
Specifications
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