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# Observations
V360’s observations section provides real-time measurement data from multiple sources and sensor types from TruWeather’s propriety network. These include surface-based stations, sensors at varying low altitude flight levels, a distributed camera network, and vertical atmospheric profiles supported by the latest technology in wind LIDAR systems and drone-based sensing. These observations support a layered understanding of current conditions at and above the operational environment on the micro-scale level. These same sensors are what drive TruWeather’s advanced modeling practices. Users can actively enhance the network by adding their own sensors, increasing data density and improving real-time visibility in their operational area. V360 is a sensor agnostic platform, through sensor types already integrated with V360 along with their descriptions can be found in [Integrated Weather Sensors](https://truweathersolutions.gitbook.io/info/documentation/integrated-weather-sensors/).
### Surface Observations
Surface-Based Observations display real-time weather measurements collected at ground level, including parameters such as wind, temperature, and pressure, with some more advanced sensors offering cloud ceiling and visibility measurements. To view surface observations:
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Expand the **observations menu** by clicking on it on the left side of the screen.
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Toggle on **surface observations**, and a new menu will appear on the left side of the screen.
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This new menu displays the available sensor types within a 100-mile radius. Toggle on the **sensor types** to display on the map.
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After sensor types are selected, they will appear on that map as . Colors of the sensors will change as parameters sensed cross Custom Thresholds defined by the user.
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To see data from each sensor, click on the individual dots.
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All sensors will display fixed boxes at the top of the sensor window. These represent parameters most useful to the user and create fixed locations to expect these parameters.
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Note: Not all sensors have the capability of sensing these 6 parameters. Additionally, sensors that have even more data will display directly below the 6 fixed parameters in the Additional Parameters section.
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To learn how set up and receive on screen alerts and notifications, go to the [Alerts](https://truweathersolutions.gitbook.io/info/documentation/web-based-user-interface/alerts) section.
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### Elevated Sensors
Elevated Sensors display real-time weather measurements collected from insitu sensors at various elevations above the ground. These sensors are typically located on towers or other tall structures that provide data at otherwise unsensed low-altitude flight levels. To view elevated sensor data:
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Expand the **observations menu** by clicking on it on the left side of the screen.
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Toggle on **Elevated Sensors**, and a new menu will appear on the left side of the screen.
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This new menu displays the available sensor types within a 100-mile radius. Toggle on the **sensor types** to display on the map.
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After sensor types are selected, they will appear on that map as . Colors of the sensors will change as parameters sensed cross Custom Thresholds defined by the user.
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To see data from each sensor, click on the individual dots.
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All sensors will display fixed boxes at the top of the sensor window. These represent parameters most useful to the user and create fixed locations to expect these parameters
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Elevated sensors specifically will display an extra parameter in the top right hand of the observation window which displays the elevation above ground level in which the sensor is located
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Note: Not all sensors have the capability of sensing these 6 parameters. Additionally, sensors that have even more data will display directly below the 6 fixed parameters in the Additional Parameters section
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### Camera Network
The Camera Network provides access to real-time visual observations from a wide range of camera sources across the region. These include publicly available transportation and infrastructure cameras (such as those operated by Departments of Transportation) as well as cameras deployed directly by our team to support weather monitoring, validation of other sensed data, and assessment of variables not able to be sensed by traditional means. Users can view both static image cameras and live video feeds to quickly assess current environmental and operational conditions. For cameras with live feeds, historical footage may also be available, allowing users to review recent conditions and observe how weather and visibility have evolved over time. To view the camera network:
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Expand the **observations menu** by clicking on it on the left side of the screen.
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Toggle on **camera network** and camera observations will appear on the map within 100-mile radius of the set location.
* Photo camera icons will display static images
* Video camera icons will display live feeds
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Click on any icon to view the camera images or feeds.
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Live video feeds support historical data which can be viewed by clicking the link at the bottom the current live video being utilized.
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### Vertical Profile
View the vertical wind profile data from a deployed wind profiler in the area. The Vertical Profile feature provides detailed observations of atmospheric conditions from the surface upward using advanced sensors such as wind LIDAR systems and weather drones. These systems generate vertical profiles similar to traditional weather balloon soundings, but with significantly higher update frequency. This high-resolution data allows users to monitor rapid changes in low-altitude winds and atmospheric structure, which are especially important for safe and efficient sUAS and advanced air mobility operations.
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Expand the **observations menu** by clicking on it on the left side of the screen.
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Toggle on **vertical profile** and observations will appear on the map within 100-mile radius of the set location. Observations will appear with the  icon.
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All vertical profile observations will display in tabular format with colors that will change as parameters sensed cross Custom Thresholds defined by the user.
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Most sites will display wind speed and direction, though some sights incorporate other upper atmospheric data such as temperature, pressure, and relative humidity.
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. Colors of the sensors will change as parameters sensed cross Custom Thresholds defined by the user.
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To see data from each sensor, click on the individual dots.
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All sensors will display fixed boxes at the top of the sensor window. These represent parameters most useful to the user and create fixed locations to expect these parameters.
will display static images
* Video camera icons 
will display live feeds
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Click on any icon to view the camera images or feeds.
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Live video feeds support historical data which can be viewed by clicking the 
link at the bottom the current live video being utilized.
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### Vertical Profile
View the vertical wind profile data from a deployed wind profiler in the area. The Vertical Profile feature provides detailed observations of atmospheric conditions from the surface upward using advanced sensors such as wind LIDAR systems and weather drones. These systems generate vertical profiles similar to traditional weather balloon soundings, but with significantly higher update frequency. This high-resolution data allows users to monitor rapid changes in low-altitude winds and atmospheric structure, which are especially important for safe and efficient sUAS and advanced air mobility operations.
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Expand the **observations menu** by clicking on it on the left side of the screen.
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Toggle on **vertical profile** and observations will appear on the map within 100-mile radius of the set location. Observations will appear with the  icon.
