Autosonde AS41

Overview

The Autosonde AS41 is an automatic sounding system from Vaisala for upper air soundings and autonomous sounding operations. It is designed to work seamlessly with Vaisala’s Radiosonde RS41 and the MW41 Sounding System. The RS41 radiosonde is described as featuring world-leading data accuracy and advanced temperature and humidity sensors. The Autosonde AS41 provides fully automated sounding operations with automatic ground checking and no need for in-person data collection, saving 1,800 on-site staff hours per year. It offers 1 to 2 months' capacity with 60 radiosonde trays and 4 months of controlled storage capacity for unloaded consumables. Designed for round-the-clock operation in harsh and remote conditions, the system provides 24/7 accuracy and dependability, includes advanced diagnostics, and offers maximum data availability through remote monitoring. Vaisala describes these sounding stations as proven to work at the highest level of continuous operational efficiency and reliability with zero downtime. The system fulfills common European guidelines (ATEX, Machinery) for safe working environments, locates gas lines outside the container, and provides clear visual instructions and an intuitive interface. The Autosonde AS41 is used to provide upper air soundings that form a complete atmospheric weather profile to support accurate weather forecasting. It supplies round-the-clock sounding data for timely and accurate observation data. The system is intended for autonomous operation in the harshest and most remote locations and is cited as having been installed in Antarctica for scientific research. Industry applications listed for the Autosonde AS41 include Meteorology and activities aimed at protecting people and communities from the impacts of day-to-day and extreme weather.