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Geostationary Extended Observations (GeoXO)

L3Harris, in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has developed innovative weather sensor technology that is at the forefront of the GeoXO mission. This technology provides highly detailed, real-time information on weather patterns, including high-resolution imagery, temperature and moisture data. 

Predicting environmental disasters begins in space

The GOES-R series of satellites is equipped with L3Harris’ Advanced Baseline Imager (ABI), which provides more accurate and detailed severe-weather observations by capturing images of Earth at 16 different wavelength bands. Our Cross-track Infrared Sounder (CrIS), onboard the same satellites, is also used to improve the nation’s weather forecasting capabilities. It does this by providing detailed atmospheric temperature and moisture measurements that inform short- and long-term weather forecasts. 

The integration of L3Harris' next generation GeoXO technology into NOAA's weather forecasting efforts is the next logical breakthrough in weather observation. It will help protect individuals, communities and property in the face of severe weather events, like hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires and flooding, by providing the information required for more accurate, timely and detailed forecasts. The improved forecasts enabled by GeoXO will even help businesses and industries mitigate the effects of severe weather on their operations, leading to less disruption and fewer financial losses. 

Building a more weather-ready nation

L3Harris’ GeoXO solutions build on the advanced technology contained in our GOES-R, CrIS and ABI sensors, which currently provide the operational data required to make accurate and timely predictions of severe weather events. GeoXO will further enhance our nation’s forecasting capabilities which are critical to protecting individuals, communities and industries from the impacts of severe. 

Weather Solutions

For over 50 years, L3Harris has been at the forefront of advancing weather satellite capabilities to improve the accuracy of weather forecasts, measure climate change and increase life-saving warning times.
Weather Satellite Technology
HyperCube™ Infrared Sounding and 3D Wind Measurement
HyperCube™ Infrared Sounding and 3D Wind Measurement
Joint Polar Satellite System Capabilities
Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS)

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Weather Editorials/Press Releases

Hurricane Ian: Predicting Environmental Disasters Begins in Space

Editorial | 12. 21. 2022

Predicting Environmental Disasters Begins in Space

Severe and complex weather events, like Hurricane Ian, are become deadlier and costlier each year. But we’re turning to space to help create a safer, more weather-ready nation.

Hurricane Ian: Predicting Environmental Disasters Begins in Space

Editorial | 12. 21. 2022

Predicting Environmental Disasters Begins in Space

L3Harris CrIS instrument observes infrared channels, providing comprehensive temperature and moisture information to improve weather models.

Editorial | 11. 14. 2022

Committed to Creating a Weather-Ready Nation

West Coast US Wildfires

Editorial | 06. 02. 2022

Blazing a Trail in Weather Observation

L3Harris High-Resolution Weather Imager Captures First Image From Space

Press release | 05. 11. 2022

L3Harris High-Resolution Weather Imager Captures First Image From Space

Tornado Teaser

Editorial | 04. 13. 2022

Weather Satellites: The Key to Life-Saving Tornado Warnings

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