National Center for Atmospheric Research

This mobile microwave antenna was designed by scientists at NCAR’s Boulder, Colorado, labs. It chases storms to get an inside look at tornados and other extreme weather phenomena. Our panel is the base plate for a complex antenna. Eight feet square and only one-half inch thick, featuring over 200 potted inserts, it holds steady under high windloads.

Storm-chasing truck with antenna

Conceptual design of storm-chaser antenna

Credit: Center for Severe Weather Research