Breakthrough Anemometer Promises Precise Wind Measurements on Mars

New sonic technology offers faster, more accurate insights into Martian atmospheric conditions.

Researchers developed a sonic anemometric system using piezoelectric transducers to measure wind speeds on Mars.
The system can record up to 100 wind speeds per second, significantly improving on previous methods.
It is capable of detecting wind speeds as low as 1 cm/s, enhancing the study of Martian turbulence.
The anemometer's design accounts for Martian temperature and pressure variations, ensuring minimal error rates.
This innovation could aid future Mars missions and contribute to understanding both Martian and Earth climates.