Japan Meteorological Agency Picks L3Harris To Lead Weather Satellite Study

April 7, 2022 1:13 PM | 1 min read | Make a Comment

L3Harris Technologies Inc LHX has secured a contract from the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) for an advanced study to enhance the accuracy and timing of Japan's weather forecasting. The financial terms were not disclosed.
L3Harris will lead the geostationary hyperspectral infrared (IR) sounder study for the JMA's future enterprise. L3Harris evaluates geostationary sounder instrument possibilities as part of a six-month design study that began last month.
The research will also look at performance, refine the design, and develop ground processing algorithms for prompt use of IR sounder data after launch.
Price Action: LHX shares are trading higher by 0.59% at $259.43 on the last check Thursday.

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