Functions and Features of Field Automatic Weather Stations

I. Functions of Field Automatic Weather Stations 

The establishment of field automatic weather stations significantly enhances regional meteorological disaster monitoring and early warning capabilities, providing more accurate meteorological services for the public. Based on regional meteorological observation networks and combined with the economic and social development needs of different areas, as well as the requirements for the construction of professional meteorological observation networks, these stations play a crucial role. They not only monitor climate conditions in real time but also provide scientific data for agricultural production, helping farmers plan agricultural activities more effectively, thereby improving crop yield and quality.

II. Products and Features of Field Automatic Weather Stations 

1. Flexible Power Supply Options:

   - Solar Power: Powered by solar panels, it is environmentally friendly and suitable for long-term use in areas without electricity.

   - Municipal Power: Can be connected to the municipal power grid for stable power supply. 

2. Rational Structural Design:

   - 3-meter Carbon Steel Support: The support is divided into two sections for easy disassembly and transportation, making it adaptable to various on-site environments.

   - Compact Size: Integrated design, small and portable, suitable for use in fields, forests, buildings, valleys, and other environments. 

3. Powerful Software Functionality:

   - Data Import to Computer: Data from the collector can be imported into a computer and stored as Excel files for easy data processing.

   - Flexible Communication Methods: Supports 485 communication or GPRS/4G/5G remote communication to meet the needs of different data transmission scenarios.

III. Management Cloud Platform Functions 

1. Data Synchronization and Viewing:

   - Cloud Sync: The field automatic weather station is equipped with a cloud management platform, ensuring data is synchronized to the cloud to avoid data loss.

   - Multi-Device Viewing: Data can be viewed on both web and Android mobile platforms, enabling users to monitor climate conditions anytime, anywhere. 

2. Data Analysis and Reporting:

   - Process Curve Display: Displays process curves for each parameter with clear maximum, minimum, and average values.

   - Data Reports: Provides various reports in both curve and table formats, with options for importing and exporting data for further analysis. 

3. Alarms and Configuration:

   - Sensor Alarm Configuration: Users can configure alarm conditions for sensors, with preset alarm settings for common crops.

   - Data Storage and Backup: The platform supports data storage, providing ample capacity to ensure data is securely stored.

IV. Advantages of Field Automatic Weather Stations 

1. Convenience and Adaptability:

   - The rational design allows easy installation in various environments.

   - Compact size and portability make it suitable for use in harsh industrial or outdoor environments. 

2. Low Power Consumption and Green Energy Efficiency:

   - Features energy-saving design for low power consumption.

   - Solar power ensures long-term use in areas without electricity. 

3. Data Collection and Storage:

   - Data collection density can be set based on observation requirements, suitable for different scenarios.

   - Built-in large capacity data storage that can store over 6,000 data points. 

4. Communication and Data Reading:

   - Multiple communication methods, such as RS232/RS485/USB interfaces, allow data to be read on-site with PDA, laptops, etc.

   - Enables local long-distance (≤1,000 meters) data communication for remote climate monitoring. 

5. Customization and Power-Outage Protection:

   - Users can customize their station with different meteorological elements, such as six-element, seven-element, or eight-element weather stations.

   - The data collector uses a high-performance microprocessor as the main CPU, with power-outage protection to prevent data loss after a power failure.

V. Components of Field Automatic Weather Stations 

Field automatic weather stations consist of hardware and software components. The hardware includes an integrated high-precision data collector, various sensors, supports, protective boxes, and a solar power control system. The software includes a data reception platform and mobile client software. These components work together to enable real-time monitoring and data transmission of field climate conditions. 

VI. Installation Guidelines 

1. Site Selection:

   - Choose an appropriate installation site. For land installations, a concrete foundation is required. The support and rain gauge should be fixed with expansion screws.   

2. Wind and Lightning Protection:

   - In coastal or windy areas, use wind braces on the tripod to ensure the station's wind resistance.

   - When installed on rooftops, lightning protection measures, such as lightning rods, should be installed to ensure equipment safety. 

3. Municipal Power Wiring:

   - Pay attention to both electrical safety and the aesthetic impact of the installation. Electrical wires should be encased in PVC pipes for safety and preferably run along walls or high altitudes. If underground wiring is necessary, PVC pipes should be sealed to prevent water leakage, and circuit breakers should be installed for safety.

VII. Application and Value of Field Automatic Weather Stations 

1. Improving Agricultural Management:

   - Real-time monitoring of meteorological data helps farmers optimize planting, irrigation, and fertilization strategies, improving crop yield and quality. 

2. Enhancing Disaster Early Warning Capabilities:

   - Timely warnings of extreme weather events help reduce agricultural losses and improve regional disaster prevention and mitigation. 

3. Supporting Precision Agriculture:

   - Provides data support for precision agriculture, facilitating intelligent and refined agricultural production. 

4. Promoting Agricultural Research:

   - Offers continuous, long-term meteorological data for climate change and crop growth research.

VIII. Conclusion 

Field automatic weather stations are crucial tools in modern agriculture, offering portability, multifunctionality, and high reliability. They monitor meteorological data in real-time, providing accurate support for agricultural management, disaster warning, and precision agriculture. With the cloud management platform, remote monitoring and data analysis are made easier, improving data utilization efficiency. In the context of agricultural modernization and intelligent development, the application of these weather stations plays an important role in ensuring sustainable agricultural development.