Vol. 9, issue 09, article # 14
pdf Zvyagintsev A. M. On the development of ozonesondes at the central aerological observatory. // Atmospheric and oceanic optics. 1996. V. 9. No. 09. P. 822-824.Copy the reference to clipboard
Abstract:
Electrochemical, chemiluminescent, and semiconducting ozonesondes developed at the Central Aerological Observatory have been described. The ozonesondes of the first two types have been investigated under laboratory and field conditions and that of the third type only under laboratory conditions. The CAO electrochemical ozonesondes have the metrological parameters on a level with the best specimens in the world. In particular, the correction factor (the main metrological parameter of ozonesondes), averaged over twenty flights at five stations of the Routine Balloon Network (located in the territory of the Commonwealth of Independent States) performed in 1991-1992, is 1.053±0.079. Among the advantages of the chemiluminescent ozonesondes are quick operation (which allows one to obtain high spatiotemporal resolution), high sensitivity, and simple preflight preparation. The semiconducting ozonesonde is much lower in cost and is promising for simultaneous ozone and aerological sensing. However, its production process needs further development. Its metrological parameters also should be investigated. Based on the results of our investigations, a conclusion can be drawn that the CAO ozonesondes meet the international quality requirements and can be used for scientific researches.