Browse GPM Microwave Imager Resources

Browse GPM Microwave Imager Resources

Examining Precipitation on a Globe of Blue

Magnifying glass over a globe.
Primary Topic: 
Water Cycle
Subtopics: 
Precipitation, Weather, Technology, Satellites, Remote Sensing
Type: 
Article
Audience: 
Outreach, Formal, 9 - 12, 6 - 8, General
Standards: 
ESS2.C
Keywords: 
rain gauge, GPM instruments, GPM Microwave Imager, Dual-Frequency Precipitation Radar, measuring precipitation
Summary: 
Read about why we need to measure precipitation from space, instead of relying solely on ground-based measurements.

GPM Core Observatory Paper Model

Photo of the GPM Core Observatory Paper Model
Primary Topic: 
Technology
Subtopics: 
Satellites, Remote Sensing, Launch Vehicle, Societal Applications, Forecasting
Type: 
Interactive
Audience: 
Outreach, Informal, Formal, 9 - 12, 6 - 8, General
Standards: 
ESS3.B, ETS2.B
Keywords: 
GPM Microwave Imager, Dual-Frequency Precipitation Radar
Summary: 
Build a paper model of the GPM Core Observatory and learn about the technology the satellite will use to measure precipitation from space.