In 2023, MicroStep-MIS unveiled the latest advancement in weather analysis technology with the introduction of the new web version of IMS4 Weather Studio. The tool serves as a comprehensive platform for processing, analyzing, and visually presenting geospatial data, spanning static datasets such as topography, alongside dynamic sources including current, historical, or forecast meteorological data, satellite imagery, hydrological information, radiation data, Common Alerting Protocols alerts, and other environmental metrics.
The IMS4 Weather Studio comes with the concept of the layers. This principle allows users to seamlessly integrate various data types, enabling, for instance, the amalgamation of model forecast data with satellite observations and ground station measurements, all presented in accordance with the Bjerknes scheme. Users can not only access synoptic weather station data but also leverage information from stations deployed for diverse purposes.
Facilitating in-depth analysis, the application offers a robust suite of graphical tools, allowing users to generate a myriad of graphs and diagrams at any designated location on the map, alongside the invaluable capability to construct cross-sections for enhanced insight.
Recognizing the multifaceted nature of meteorological analysis, IMS4 Weather Studio introduces tailored workspaces that enable users to concurrently explore synchronized scenes across both time and space. This functionality facilitates the simultaneous examination of multiple composite maps, streamlining the analytical process for forecasters and meteorological experts alike.
One of the standout features of IMS4 Weather Studio is its sophisticated synoptic analysis capabilities within the Map Editor. Users can seamlessly integrate predictive and observational data, supplementing maps with atmospheric fronts, lines, and symbols to enhance visual representation and analysis.
In essence, IMS4 Weather Studio emerges as an indispensable tool catering to a diverse spectrum of users, including meteorological institutions, forecasting services, crisis centers, airports, and various other stakeholders. Its intuitive interface, coupled with its comprehensive feature set, positions it as an indispensable asset for professionals across the meteorological landscape.
(Note: Contains EUMETSAT product, 2023)