Meriasemat

Meriasemat, also known as marine weather stations or oceanographic buoys, are floating platforms equipped with various sensors designed to collect environmental data from the ocean. These stations are crucial for monitoring weather patterns, ocean currents, water quality, and sea levels. They transmit real-time data to shore-based facilities for analysis and forecasting.

The data collected by meriasemat includes parameters such as air and sea surface temperature, wind speed and direction, atmospheric pressure, humidity, wave height and period, and salinity. Some advanced stations may also measure dissolved oxygen, pH, chlorophyll concentration, and pollutant levels. This information is vital for a wide range of applications, including maritime safety, climate research, fisheries management, and disaster preparedness, such as predicting storm surges and tsunamis.

Meriasemat come in various designs, from simple drifting buoys to large, fixed platforms. Their deployment locations are strategically chosen to cover important oceanic regions, providing a comprehensive picture of ocean conditions. The data gathered helps scientists understand complex oceanographic processes, track climate change impacts, and improve the accuracy of weather forecasts. The continuous operation and data transmission of these stations are essential for maintaining an up-to-date understanding of our planet's oceans.