Observations of the atmospheric planetary boundary layer using an unmanned platform

Abstract

This article discusses the concept of an atmospheric observation subsystem in the planetary boundary layer based on a small-sized unmanned aerial platform of an aircraft type with a payload – an atmospheric parameter meter. The main requirements for such a platform, its capabilities and advantages are described. The main scientific idea of the concept is to develop and use a system that makes it possible to study the parameters/properties of atmospheric layers at various altitudes during flight along a spiral-shaped controlled trajectory, followed by a return to the launch point with accurate transmission of information captured at a given step to the command post, where primary information processing and data visualization will be carried out, allowing a decision to be made on additional research is needed. This concept will be used to develop an experimental sample of an unmanned aerial vehicle with a payload – an atmospheric parameter meter.