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The Long-baseline Optical Anemometer (LOA™) measures path averaged crosswind and turbulence over distances of 100 meters to over 10 km. Based on optical scintillation technology, its optics 'see' the always present temperature and density variation in small parcels of air as they move through the infrared beam.

OSI's patented LOA sensors are based on advanced technology tested and approved by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Environmental Technology Laboratories (ETL) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

LOA's unique complete-path measurement and long-range power make it an ideal system for monitoring air movement in large-scale outdoor applications such as fenceline monitoring.

LOA-005 Fenceline Monitoring. Picture shows an example of how LOA-005 may be used in fenceline monitoring of a refinery area. In this case the refineries are located immediately adjacent to populated areas on the northwest, north, and east; and a wildlife protection area to the west. For the basis of example, seven LOA systems would be installed to monitor air movement along every inch of the line separating the refinery areas from the homes, businesses and ecologically vulnerable areas nearby. Note that the longest leg of the boundary (3 mi.) is about half of the LOA's effective range

In the event of a release of hazardous, toxic, or lethal gas or material whether by accident, or by malicious intent, accurate measurement and modeling of air movement patterns can be invaluable to plant personnel, first responders, local officials - and all the people in the surrounding area - enabling them to quickly determine the extent of the hazard and to take the most effective action to prevent harm or loss of life.

LOA presents an unequalled answer to precision tracking of hazardous emissions large or small, enabling plant operators to exactly monitor and record air movement moment-by-moment over the entire refinery area.

LOA design, based on decades of field experience in harsh environments, results in a rugged and extremely reliable sensor, immune from the typical error sources. AGC circuitry eliminates the effects of LED output power drop, contaminated optics, or dusty air. Internal diagnostics monitor the system 24/7/365. Preventative maintenance (suggested every 6 months) is as simple as cleaning the windows and checking the aim. With DSP based design, no field calibration is needed. Ever.
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Advantages

Advantages

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  • Complete Path - Averaged Crosswind and Turbulence Remote Measurement
  • Ultra-Low Threshold - 0.01 m/s
  • Range - 100 m to 10 km
  • Completely Eye Safe
  • No Calibration Required
  • Continuous Self-Diagnostics
  • High Reliability Low Maintenance

Performance Specifications

Cₙ² Turbulence Range

 N/A 10-16 to 10-12 m-2/3

Cₙ² Turbulence Path Length

 N/A 0.1 to 3 km

Wind Range

 N/A 0.01 to 40 m/s

Wind Path Length

 N/A 0.1 to 10 km

Electronic Specifications

Power Requirements Transmitter

 N/A 115 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 12 VA, or +12 VDC

Electronic Enclosure

 N/A Universal 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 40 VA, Surge Protected

Signal Output

 N/A RS-232 ASCII, simple polled protocol

Environmental Specifications

Temperature

 N/A -40 to 60 ºC-40 to 140 ºF

Humidity

 N/A 0 to 100 %

Precipitation/Dust

 N/A NEMA 4 Type Protection

Physical Specifications

Transmitter Height

 N/A 8.25 in210 mm

Transmitter Width

 N/A 7.75 in195 mm

Transmitter Depth

 N/A 30 in760 mm

Transmitter Weight

 N/A 18 lb8 kg

Receiver Height

 N/A 14 in355 mm

Receiver Width

 N/A 8.25 in210 mm

Receiver Depth

 N/A 30 in760 mm

Receiver Weight

 N/A 30 lb14 kg

Enclosure Height

 N/A 16 in400 mm

Enclosure Width

 N/A 12 in300 mm

Enclosure Depth

 N/A 10 in250 mm

Enclosure Weight

 N/A 20 lb9 kg

Head and Enclosure Cable Length

 N/A 15 ft5 m