
Lightning Detection Network in Brazil - GLM and STARNET Insights
Explore the ground validation dataset of STARNET and LINET in Brazil, showcasing the lightning detection network's accuracy, efficiency, and annual activity. Dive into time and location analysis, diurnal cycles, and maximum lightning activity in areas like Manaus and Maracaibo.
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GLM and STARNET & LINET in Brazil Carlos Augusto Morales Universidade de S o Paulo http://www.starnet.iag.usp.br carlos.morales@iag.usp.br 2021 GLM Science Meeting Sept 22 2021
Ground Validation Dataset STARNET - VLF LONG RANGE LIGHTNING DETECTION NETWORK IN SOUTH AMERICA 13 SENSORS LOCATION ACCURACY: 2-5 km DETECTION EFFICIENCY: 30-39% Strokes and 50-70% Flashes. Cooperation with DLR+NOWCAST LINET - VLF/LF Total lightning detection system 9 SENSORS - STATE OF S O PAULO LOCATION ACURRACY: 0.5-2 km DETECTION EFFICIENCY: Estimated: 80-90% CG - 30% IC strokes Analysis o Time of maximum lightning activity o Diurnal Cycle o Thunderstorms with low IC
Annual Activity: 0.1ox0.1o 2020 GLM-GOES16 2012-2018 STARNET
Time of Maximum Activity: 0.1ox0.1o 2020 - GLM-GOES16 STARNET: 2012-2018
Time of Maximum Activity: 0.1ox0.1o 2020 - GLM-GOES16 STARNET: 2012-2018 Maracaibo Manaus
Time of Maximum Activity: Manaus 2020 - GLM-GOES16 Manaus STARNET: 2012-2018
Time of Maximum Activity: Maracaibo 2020 - GLM-GOES16 STARNET: 2012-2018 Manaus
Diurnal Cycle 10ox10o GLM-2020 STARNET: 2012-2018 Manaus
Diurnal Cycle 10ox10o GLM-2020 STARNET: 2012-2018
GLM & LINET: So Paulo Area GLM LINET-Total LINET-IC
GLM & LINET: So Paulo Area GLM LINET-Total LINET-IC
Thanks carlos.morales@iag.usp.br