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WW2 weather balloons supplying data to the Allies, 1940

WW2 weather balloons supplying data to the Allies, 1940


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WW2 weather balloons supplying data to the Allies, 1940

WW2 weather balloons supplying data to the Allies: The B.20 radio robot that signals meteorological details to the receivers on the ground. Here, the miniature wireless set in adjusted by hand before a flight, and connected to a thermometer and a barometer. Date: 1940

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Allies Balloon Barometer Communication Data Forecast Mar16 Meteorological Thermometer Wireless


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This evocative photograph captures the essence of scientific innovation and military ingenuity during World War II. In the image, a technician carefully adjusts the miniature wireless set of a B.20 radio robot, preparing it for a meteorological data-gathering mission. The weather balloon, a crucial tool in the Allied arsenal, hovers in the background, connected to the wireless set by a thin tether. The set is also attached to a thermometer and a barometer, which will record vital meteorological data as the balloon ascends into the stratosphere. The B.20 radio robot was a groundbreaking development in wartime communication technology. It allowed for the transmission of real-time weather data to receivers on the ground, enabling the Allies to make informed decisions about troop movements, air raids, and naval operations. The miniature wireless set, with its hand-adjusted components, represents the cutting-edge technology of the time, demonstrating the resourcefulness and determination of the Allied forces in the face of adversity. The year is 1940, and the world is at war. The importance of accurate weather forecasting cannot be overstated, as it plays a critical role in the success of military campaigns. The B.20 radio robot and its weather balloon provide a vital link between the skies and the ground, supplying the Allies with the meteorological information they need to outmaneuver their enemies and secure victory. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the human spirit, as well as the power of scientific discovery in times of conflict.

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