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L3Harris to Build Geostationary Weather Satellite Sensors for Japan
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L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) has secured a contract to supply next-generation geostationary imaging and sounding instruments for the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), enhancing severe weather prediction capabilities. The project includes the development of an advanced imager and sounder for the Himawari-10 satellite, which will utilize a platform similar to the Advanced Baseline Imager on NOAA’s GOES-R satellites, featuring enhanced spectral bands tailored for Japan's needs.
This initiative bolsters L3Harris' longstanding legacy in space-based weather technology, enabling more precise atmospheric measurements. The new technology aims to improve real-time forecasting and disaster response across Japan and the Asia-Pacific region, further solidifying L3Harris' reputation as a trusted partner in advanced weather satellite technology.
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L3Harris secured a contract with JMA, enhancing its revenue stream.
The Himawari-10 project improves severe weather prediction accuracy.
Advancements in technology will support international weather data sharing.
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MELBOURNE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) received a contract to provide next-generation geostationary imaging and sounding instruments for the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) that will monitor and predict severe weather events more accurately. The award continues L3Harris' legacy of producing critical space-based weather instruments for Japan.
Under the terms of the contract with the Mitsubishi Electric Group, L3Harris will build and deliver an advanced imager and sounder for JMA’s Himawari-10 satellite. The imager will use a similar technical platform as L3Harris’ Advanced Baseline Imager (ABI) on NOAA’s Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite-R (GOES-R). The imager will also carry enhancements beyond its predecessor, Himawari-8/-9, including tailored Japanese spectral bands to supply the most advanced geostationary weather information for the international community.
The addition of a next-generation hyperspectral infrared sounder on the Himawari-10 mission will provide improved weather prediction accuracy and enhanced environmental monitoring for extreme weather events impacting Japan. This includes enabling precise measurements, such as temperature, moisture and pressure, throughout the atmosphere.
"L3Harris' expertise in delivering the most advanced weather instruments in the world continues to be validated through international collaborations like this one with the Mitsubishi Electric Group for Japan's critical weather needs," said Ed Zoiss, President, Space and Airborne Systems, L3Harris. "Our next-generation capabilities will enable forecasters to make better real-time decisions to counteract the threat of severe weather and disaster events in Japan and throughout much of Asia-Pacific.”
L3Harris is an industry-leading provider of weather sensors flown by U.S. and international customers, including Japan and South Korea. This interoperability enables sharing geostationary weather data globally.
“This award continues L3Harris’ role of being a trusted, multi-generational partner of advanced weather satellite technology for civil, commercial and international markets and demonstrates our commitment to advance and improve our customers’ capabilities for the future,” said Rob Mitrevski, Vice President and General Manager, Spectral Solutions, L3Harris. “For more than 60 years, we have proudly developed critical technology for customers like the Mitsubishi Electric Group and JMA — advancing climate science, increasing severe weather warning time and ultimately saving lives.”
The Himawari-10 imager and sounder will be developed and built at L3Harris’ Fort Wayne, Indiana facilities.
About L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies is a Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our 46,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.
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What contract did L3Harris Technologies receive from the Japan Meteorological Agency?
L3Harris received a contract to provide next-generation geostationary imaging and sounding instruments for the Japan Meteorological Agency.
How will the new Himawari-10 satellite improve weather predictions?
The Himawari-10 satellite will feature advanced imaging and sounding instruments, enhancing severe weather prediction accuracy and environmental monitoring.
What is the significance of L3Harris' contract in relation to weather technology?
The contract reinforces L3Harris' position as a leader in developing critical space-based weather instruments for international customers.
In which location will the Himawari-10 imager and sounder be developed?
The Himawari-10 imager and sounder will be developed at L3Harris’ Fort Wayne, Indiana facilities.
Which company's technology is being utilized in the Himawari-10 satellite?
The Himawari-10 satellite will employ a technical platform similar to L3Harris' Advanced Baseline Imager (ABI) on NOAA's GOES-R satellites.
